Edible Insects

Huis, A. van

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-14504-0_123

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“…To provide insect meal as a cost-efficient and sustainable protein source, they should, ideally, be reared on economically viable feedstuffs, which are not suitable for human or animal consumption (70)(71)(72) . As such, there is considerable interest in growing them on by-products from the food industry (73,74) , which would allow a circular economy based on sustainable, waste revalorisation. Insects generally have a relatively high fat content (15-50 % DM) which may not be suitable as a feed ingredient for fish and may thus require a defatted process.…”

Section: Alternative Protein Sources For Animal Feed and Aquaculturementioning

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Role of novel protein sources in sustainably meeting future global requirements

Salter

Lopez-Viso

2021

Proc. Nutr. Soc.

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Global population growth, increased life expectancy and climate change are all impacting world's food systems. In industrialised countries, many individuals are consuming significantly more protein than needed to maintain health, with the majority being obtained from animal products, including meat, dairy, fish and other aquatic animals. Current animal production systems are responsible for a large proportion of land and fresh-water use, and directly contributing to climate change through the production of greenhouse gases. Overall, approximately 60% of the global protein produced is used for animal and fish feed. Concerns about their impact on both human, and planetary health, have led to calls to dramatically curb our consumption of animal products. Underutilised plants, insects and single-cell organisms are all actively being considered as alternative protein sources. Each present challenges that need to be met before they can become economically viable and safe alternatives for food or feed. Many plant species contain anti-nutritional factors that impair the digestion and absorption of protein and micronutrients. Insects represent a potentially rich source of high-quality protein although, questions remain relating to digestibility, allergenicity and biosecurity. Algae, fungi and bacteria are also a rich source of protein and there is growing interest in the development of ‘cultured meat’ using stem cell technology. For the foreseeable future, it appears likely that the ‘protein-economy’ will remain mixed. The present paper reviews progress and future opportunities in the development of novel protein sources as food and animal feed.

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Section: Alternative Protein Sources For Animal Feed and Aquaculturementioning

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Role of novel protein sources in sustainably meeting future global requirements

Salter

Lopez-Viso

2021

Proc. Nutr. Soc.

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“…Blattodea (e.g., cockroaches and termites, 5%), Odonata (e.g., dragonflies, 3%), Araneae (e.g., spiders, 1%), and others (2%) with a decreasing trend order (Mitsuhashi, 2016;Feng et al, 2018;Jongema, 2017;Van Huis, 2020a).…”

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“…Accordingly, most used and consumed edible insect orders are Coleoptera (e.g., beetles, 31%), Lepidoptera (e.g., silkworms, 17–18%), Hymenoptera (e.g., ants, bees, and wasps, 14–15%), Orthoptera (e.g., grasshoppers, locusts, and crickets, 13%), Hemiptera (e.g., leafhoppers, planthoppers, and true bugs, 10–11%), Blattodea (e.g., cockroaches and termites, 5%), Odonata (e.g., dragonflies, 3%), Araneae (e.g., spiders, 1%), and others (2%) with a decreasing trend order (Mitsuhashi, 2016; Feng et al. , 2018; Jongema, 2017; Van Huis, 2020a).…”

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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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“…The variability of nutritional profile of insects is influenced by stage of development, origin, and diet (Govorushko, 2019 ; Kouřimská & Adámková, 2016 ). Nutritional composition of insects is influenced by their diets which implies that phytophagous R. differens feeding on host plants in different agro‐ecological zones would display considerable variation (Mwangi et al, 2018 ; Tang et al, 2019 ; van Huis, 2020 ). Nutritional composition of R. differens is known to be influenced by their diets (Lehtovaara et al, 2017 ; Rutaro, Malinga, Lehtovaara, Opoke, et al, 2018 ; Rutaro, Malinga, Lehtovaara, Valtonen, et al, 2018 ; Rutaro, Malinga, Opoke, Lehtovaara, et al, 2018 ).…”

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Variability in nutrient composition of the edible long‐horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) in Uganda and its potential in alleviating food insecurity

Kababu

Mweresa

Subramanian

et al. 2023

Food Science & Nutrition

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Ruspolia differens Serville (Orthoptera: Tettigonidae) is a highly nutritious and luxurious insect delicacy that is consumed as a food source in many African countries. However, the nutrient profile of R. differens in different geographical regions have received limited research interest. Here, we provide comprehensive evidence of geographical impact on the nutrient profile of R. differens and its potential to meet the recommended dietary intake of the population. Our results demonstrated that proximate composition, fatty acids, amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and flavonoid contents of R. differens collected from five districts in Uganda varied considerably. The crude protein (28–45%), crude fat (41–54%), and energy (582–644 Kj/100 g) contents of R. differens exceed that reported from animal origins. The highest crude protein, crude fat, and carbohydrate contents of R. differens were recorded in Kabale, Masaka, and Kampala, respectively. A total of 37 fatty acids were identified with linoleic acid (omega‐6 fatty acid) being the most abundant polyunsaturated fatty acid in R. differens from Kabale, Masaka, and Mbarara. All essential amino acids were recorded in R. differens, particularly histidine with values exceeding the daily requirement for adults. Mineral and vitamin content differed significantly across the five districts. The highest quantity of flavonoids was recorded in R. differens from Hoima (484 mg/100 g). Our findings revealed that R. differens could be considered as functional food ingredients capable of supplying essential macro‐ and micronutrients that are critical in curbing the rising food insecurity and malnutrition in the regions.

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Edible Insects

Cited by 12 publications

References 47 publications

Role of novel protein sources in sustainably meeting future global requirements

Role of novel protein sources in sustainably meeting future global requirements

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

Variability in nutrient composition of the edible long‐horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) in Uganda and its potential in alleviating food insecurity

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