Allergy to Crickets: A Review

Pener, M. P.

doi:10.1665/034.025.0208

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“…However, certain human populations have not been exposed to significant insect levels in their diet, other than by unwanted insect ingestion through inadvertently contaminated foods. Allergenic reactions similar to those caused by crustaceans may occur following the ingestion of certain edible insects (Belluco et al, 2015;Belluco et al, 2013;Pener, 2014Pener, , 2016. Cases of occupational allergies during insect farming and allergies following edible insect consumption have been reported in several reviews (Barre et al, 2016;Blecker et al, 2016;Feng et al, 2017;Pener, 2014Pener, , 2016Schlüter et al, 2017).…”

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The allergenicity of proteins extracted from three edible mealworms (T. molitor, Zophobas atratus and A. diaperinus) has recently been evaluated in vitro by studying their cross-reactivity in sera of human subjects suffering from crustacean or house dust mite allergies (van Broekhoven, Bastiaan-Net, de Jong, & Wichers, 2016). For specific insects such as crickets, most allergy cases appear to be occupational while food related allergies are rare (Pener, 2016). In addition, symptoms associated with cricket allergies have been described as being less severe than those experienced in the case of allergies to locusts and grasshoppers (Pener, 2014(Pener, , 2016.…”

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For specific insects such as crickets, most allergy cases appear to be occupational while food related allergies are rare (Pener, 2016). In addition, symptoms associated with cricket allergies have been described as being less severe than those experienced in the case of allergies to locusts and grasshoppers (Pener, 2014(Pener, , 2016. Arginine kinase and hexamerin B1 have been identified as allergens in crickets (Pener, 2016) while with locust, the peritropic membrane has been implicated in allergic reactions (Pener, 2014).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Studies on the allergenic potential of BAPs derived from edible insects do not appear to have been carried out, to date. While an allergenic potential has been evidenced with certain insects, this may, in certain instances, be alleviated with the use of thermal processing (Pener, 2016;van Huis, 2016).…”

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Unlocking the biological potential of proteins from edible insects through enzymatic hydrolysis: A review

Nongonierma

Fitzgerald

2017

Innovative Food Science & Emerging Technologies

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This review, focusing on studies published between 2005 and 2017, analysed the literature on the generation of bioactive peptides (BAPs) from edible insect proteins following enzymatic hydrolysis. The protein extraction and quantification methodologies used for edible insects varied considerably. While several edible insects have been evaluated for their ability to release BAPs, silkworm (Bombyx mori) is currently the most studied. Specifically, the angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory, antioxidant and antidiabetic properties of edible insect protein enzymatic hydrolysates have been studied. Potent in vitro ACE inhibitory and antioxidant hydrolysates/peptides have been reported. In certain instances, these properties were validated in small animal studies (i.e. hypotensive effects). Enzymatic hydrolysis of edible insect proteins may also enhance technofunctional properties (i.e. solubility). The wider application of enzymatic hydrolysis protocols to edible insect proteins may ultimately allow for the increased discovery and utilisation of novel BAPs as sustainable protein/peptide sources for human nutrition.

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Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Safety Of Edible Insect Protein Hydrolysatesmentioning

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Unlocking the biological potential of proteins from edible insects through enzymatic hydrolysis: A review

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Fitzgerald

2017

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“…However, due to the phylogenetic relationship between insects and other arthropods, there is some allergological concern since an allergic reaction may occur in consumers suffering from a shrimp allergy [17,18,19,20,21,22,23]. In agreement, hypersensitivity reactions due to the consumption of edible insects have been reported, especially in people living in countries where edible insects are traditionally consumed for a long time [24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31]. In addition, tropomyosin and arginine-kinase have been identified as the major allergens of insects [32,33,34,35,36].…”

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Insights into the Allergenic Potential of the Edible Yellow Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor)

Barre

Pichereaux

Velazquez

et al. 2019

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The edible yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor), contains an extremely diverse panel of soluble proteins, including proteins with structural functions such as muscle proteins, as well as proteins involved in metabolic functions such as enzymes. Most of these proteins display a more or less pronounced allergenic character toward previously sensitized people, especially people allergic to shrimps and other shellfish. A mass spectrometry approach following the separation of a mealworm protein, extracted by sodiumdodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, allowed us to identify up to 106 distinct protein fractions including molecules with structural and functional functions, susceptible to developing an allergenic potential due to the possibility of immunoglobulin E-binding cross-reactions with their counterparts occurring in shellfish. In this respect, most of the sera from people allergic to shrimps reacted with the mealworm protein extract in Western blot experiments. Moreover, the potential mealworm allergens triggered the in vitro degranulation of rat leukemic basophils transfected with the human high-affinity IgE receptor (FcεRI), upon sensitization by the IgE-containing sera from people allergic to shrimps and other shellfish foods. Owing to the large repertoire of IgE-binding cross-reacting allergens the yellow mealworm shares with other phylogenetically-related groups of arthropods, it would seem prudent to inform the consumers, especially those allergic to shellfish, by appropriate labeling on edible mealworm packages about the potential risk of developing an allergic reaction.

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Acheta domesticus (house cricket) as human foods ‐ An approval of the European Commission ‐ A systematic review

Siddiqui,

Zhao,

Fitriani

et al. 2024

Food Frontiers

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Entomophagy (consumption of insects) has been proposed as one of the important solutions to the food crisis caused by population growth. Despite a long history of insect consumption, numerous challenges have arisen that question the feasibility of using insects as a food source. It should be notifying that Acheta domesticus (house cricket) is recently approved by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2022/188 as a novel food ingredient. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of the house cricket is paramount for fostering a proper appreciation of its potential as a food source. This review aims to provide comprehensive and in‐depth information on the house cricket, covering various aspects such as its consumption, bioecology, nutritional value, health benefits, harvesting and rearing, and processing methods for use as a food source. Additionally, the consumer acceptance of house cricket will be discussed and specific information on why it has gained approval in the European Union will also be provided. The consumption of crickets has a long history as both food and feed. They are environmentally friendly to rear, making them an attractive option for human consumption. House cricket, in particular, holds promise as a sustainable alternative to traditional farming and conventional food sources due to its nutritional and pharmaceutical properties. Different processing methods enhance its potential. However, there are challenges regarding public acceptance, which can be overcome through diverse processing techniques and applications. Further research and efforts are needed to expand the acceptance and application of A. domesticus.

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Allergy to Crickets: A Review

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Cited by 14 publications

References 45 publications

Unlocking the biological potential of proteins from edible insects through enzymatic hydrolysis: A review

Unlocking the biological potential of proteins from edible insects through enzymatic hydrolysis: A review

Insights into the Allergenic Potential of the Edible Yellow Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor)

Acheta domesticus (house cricket) as human foods ‐ An approval of the European Commission ‐ A systematic review

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