2017-2018 Bacterial Pathogens in Edible Insects
‘The consumption of edible insects has a long history in Africa, Asia and Latin America. In recent years there has been an increased interest in eating edible insects in Europe and North America. Consequently, a growing number of edible insect products have become available to Canadians, such as dried whole insects, insect powder, and insect-containing […]
How Eating Insects Reduces Risk of Chronic Diseases
“Until now several studies have shown that besides the traditional use of insects such as crickets, termites and grasshoppers as part of the Nigerian diet for their nutritive values, they could be bioengineered for the treatment of cancer, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV), wounds, obesity, malnutrition among other benefits.” Read the Whole Article
Eating Crickets Can Be Good For Your Gut, According To A New Clinical Trial
“I was on a trip with my parents in Central America and we were served fried ants,” she says. “I remember being so grossed out initially, but when I put the ant in my mouth, I was really surprised because it tasted like food — and it was good!” Today, Stull, a recent doctoral graduate […]
Edible Crickets the Next High Protein ‘Superfood’
Edible Crickets the Next High Protein ‘Superfood’ It’s been touted as the next high protein ‘superfood’. And it’s no wonder the edible crickets are packed full of protein, potassium, calcium, iron and 12 times more vitamin B12 than salmon. The six-legged insect contain all nine essential amino acids – the building blocks of protein that we must […]
Cooking with Cricket Powder on Stephen Colbert
Following the rise of edible insects into mainstream has been absolutely incredible. The adoption over the past few years has been strong and steady. When celebrities embrace it and the entire concept and category, it helps to show lay people that eating insects is really nothing to fear, yet something to behold, thanks to the […]
Edible Insects Are Increasingly on Western Menus
The ‘yuck factor’ often gets in the way of having a decent conversation about eating bugs. A lot of people just don’t want to entertain the thought of snacking on a cricket, termite, mealworm or ant. What is it about eating creepy crawlies that makes so many of us shudder on cue? “Edible insects are […]
Calgary Stampede Food and Drink 2018
Food is always a feature at the Calgary Stampede, and this year will be no different. Check out the different and delicious dishes being offered this year, including Grilled Cheese with Crickets and a Cricket Caramel Apple. Read More
Bug Burgers and ‘Dogless’ Hotdogs: IKEA is Developing Fast Food of the Future
Bug Burgers and ‘Dogless’ Hotdogs: IKEA is Developing Fast Food of the Future “From mealworm burgers to algae-encased hotdogs, Ikea’s innovation lab is making predictions on what the fast food of the future will look like…” Read More Here
Mintel: Insects are Emerging as a Viable Ingredient
‘According to a blog post by Mintel EMEA Research Manager Chris Brockman, insects are emerging as a viable food ingredient and should be in the minds of forward-thinking brands…’ READ MORE
Save the Planet; Eat an Insect
‘People sometimes get bugged by insects, but we need them. They play essential roles in pollination, combatting unwanted agricultural pests, recycling organic matter, feeding fish, birds and bats, and much more. They’re the most numerous and diverse animals on Earth and form the base of many terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Our admiration for these critters […]