December 2019
Edible insects offer an alternative to conventional meat consumption. Not including them in the Western diet is merely a cultural habit. To do so would take a strain off the environment with an alternative that uses far fewer resources.
Benefits of consuming edible insects:
They contain protein, vitamins and amino acids, and they have a high food conversion rate.
Edible insects emit fewer greenhouse gasses and ammonia.
They can be grown on organic waste.
They can be raised in almost any climate or environment and need little to no energy to keep them warm.
None of an insect is left over, with every part of their bodies being useable in food, pharmaceuticals, or fertiliser.
Farming, transporting and killing insects is more ethical as they’re biologically wired not to feel an emotional response like animals.
Many suppliers and recipes can be found/ordered online. Plus, companies like Living Farms Hive offer equipment for people to breed their insects at home.
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