Insects as Food
Good for you
Eating insects is good for you. Insects have an very interesting nutrient profile. This makes them an exciting ingredient that should not be missing in a healthy, balanced diet.
Protein
Insects contain protein, comparable to fish and meat in quality as well as quantity.
Source: Rumpold, B. A., & Schlüter, O. K. (2013).
Vitamins
Insects contain valuable vitamins, like A, B and B12.
Source: Williams, J. P., Williams, J. R., Kirabo, A., Chester, D., & Peterson, M. (2016).
Minerals
Insects are rich in iron, zinc, potassium and calcium.
Source: Williams, J. P., Williams, J. R., Kirabo, A., Chester, D., & Peterson, M. (2016).
Unsaturated fatty acids
Insects contain unsaturated fatty acids similar to fish, avocado and nuts.
Source: Williams, J. P., Williams, J. R., Kirabo, A., Chester, D., & Peterson, M. (2016).
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