During the last five years the scientific knowledge on insects as food and feed has been
growing exponentially. At the same time, the industrial sector is increasingly engaged in …

Insects are part of the human diet in many parts of the world. Their nutritional value is widely
recognized. Currently, most edible insects are harvested from the wild, although semi …

Over the last decade, the urgency to find alternative and sustainable protein sources has
prompted an exponential increase in the interest in insects as a human food source. Edible …

Edible crickets are among the praised insects that are gaining recognition as human food
and livestock feed with a potential of contributing to food security and reduction of …

Edible insects are gaining attention as a novel food; however, studies with their use in food
are still limited. This study aimed to determine the chemical composition, physical …

Meat represents an important protein source, even in developing countries, but its
production is scarcely sustainable, and its excessive consumption poses health issues. An …

Simple Summary Insects are increasingly being used in Europe as a new or alternative
source of protein for both direct human consumption and ingredients for feed and food …

Globally, there is a need to seek alternative sources of protein in addition to meat. This has
led to considerable interest in edible insects. Such insects form part of cultures and diets in …

Including insect ingredients into familiar food products could be a step in enabling a higher
acceptance of insects in Western countries. This study investigates the potential of bakery …

Gluten elimination in bakery goods is a technological challenge since the absence of gluten
generates breads with poor capacity to retain gas during leavening, which can be minimised …