Edible Insects: Nutritional Benefits, Culinary Innovations and Sustainability
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Insects have been consumed by various cultures across the globe for centuries, yet their potential as a sustainable and nutritious food source has only recently gained widespread attention. As the global population edges toward nine billion, securing sustainable protein sources that balance environmental, economic, and nutritional needs is paramount. Edible insects offer a promising solution that aligns with global sustainability goals, particularly in the context of climate resilience, circular economy, and alternative protein markets.Edible Insects: Nutritional Benefits, Culinary Innovations...
Insects have been consumed by various cultures across the globe for centuries, yet their potential as a sustainable and nutritious food source has only recently gained widespread attention. As the global population edges toward nine billion, securing sustainable protein sources that balance environmental, economic, and nutritional needs is paramount. Edible insects offer a promising solution that aligns with global sustainability goals, particularly in the context of climate resilience, circular economy, and alternative protein markets.
Edible Insects: Nutritional Benefits, Culinary Innovations and Sustainability provides a comprehensive exploration of the diverse roles insects play in global food systems. The book highlights the nutritional composition of edible insect species, their functional health benefits, and their critical role in addressing food security and malnutrition. It also showcases how insects are being integrated into modern cuisines, innovative food products, and alternative protein markets through cutting-edge research and product development efforts.
The book also emphasizes the sustainability aspects of insect farming, particularly its low environmental footprint compared to conventional livestock production. Across 16 chapters, expert contributors from various disciplines and regions examine topics ranging from cultural significance, regulatory challenges, and consumer acceptance to the future potential of insect-based foods in mainstream diets. This holistic volume is essential reading for researchers, food industry professionals, policymakers, and sustainability advocates interested in unlocking the full potential of edible insects for a more resilient global food system.
Edible Insects: Nutritional Benefits, Culinary Innovations and Sustainability provides a comprehensive exploration of the diverse roles insects play in global food systems. The book highlights the nutritional composition of edible insect species, their functional health benefits, and their critical role in addressing food security and malnutrition. It also showcases how insects are being integrated into modern cuisines, innovative food products, and alternative protein markets through cutting-edge research and product development efforts.
The book also emphasizes the sustainability aspects of insect farming, particularly its low environmental footprint compared to conventional livestock production. Across 16 chapters, expert contributors from various disciplines and regions examine topics ranging from cultural significance, regulatory challenges, and consumer acceptance to the future potential of insect-based foods in mainstream diets. This holistic volume is essential reading for researchers, food industry professionals, policymakers, and sustainability advocates interested in unlocking the full potential of edible insects for a more resilient global food system.
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