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Insects are an extremely sustainable and nutritious alternative protein source, which can help address global challenges related to human nutrition, such as malnutrition and the environmental impact of meat production. Although the idea of consuming insects may seem new and unfamiliar, many cultures around the world have considered them a delicacy for centuries. Moreover, they are very sustainable: they require very little water, land, and food to be raised, and produce very few greenhouse gas emissions.
Euro Novel Food promotes the use of insects in the human diet, providing detailed information on their nutritional benefits and the positive impact they can have on food sustainability.
Discover how insects can become a part of your diet and contribute to creating a more sustainable, healthy, and responsible food future.
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Why change?
there are several reasons why using cricket flour in one's diet can be a beneficial choice:
- Sustainability: Cricket flour production requires fewer resources compared to meat production, as insects can be raised in smaller spaces and with less water than most livestock animals. Additionally, cricket flour production generates fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to meat production.
- Health: Cricket flour is a high-quality protein source, rich in all essential amino acids necessary for a healthy diet. In addition, its digestibility is higher than that of traditional animal proteins such as beef. Cricket flour is also naturally cholesterol-free and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels in the blood.
- Versatility: Cricket flour can be used in many culinary preparations, including bread, pasta, cookies, and protein bars. It can also be used as a protein supplement in shakes or smoothies.
- Taste: cricket flour has a delicate flavor that can be easily integrated into various culinary preparations without altering the original taste of the dishes.
In summary, using cricket flour in your diet can be a sustainable, healthy, versatile, and tasty choice that contributes to a balanced and conscious diet.
High digestibility
Cricket flour contains a significant amount of protein, but these are of high quality and well-balanced compared to those found in meat. Moreover, cricket flour also contains a moderate amount of fats and carbohydrates, making it lighter to digest compared to other high protein-density foods.
Less cholesterol
Cricket flour is a source of unsaturated fats, which are known for their positive effect on heart health. These fats can lower bad cholesterol levels in the blood and increase good cholesterol levels.
Delicate taste
The cricket flour has a delicate taste reminiscent of hazelnut! In fact, it can be easily integrated into various culinary preparations without altering the original taste of the dishes or adding a pleasant aroma.
A thousand uses
The cricket flour can be used in varying amounts for many different uses, from a supplement to a small protein boost. Bread, pasta, pizza, protein bars, cakes, cookies, shakes, and more! Often just 10% is enough to enjoy the benefits.
More protein than beef
At the same weight, cricket flour derivatives have almost triple the proteins compared to beef. Polluting less, using less water and soil. One kilogram has 740g of protein! Not just proteins Cricket flour, during milling, according to European regulations, is defatted. This reduces the fat content and, in proportion, increases the iron, calcium, omega-3, vitamin B12, antioxidants, and other minerals content.'
Not only proteins
During the milling process, cricket flour is defatted according to European standards. This reduces the fat content and proportionally increases the content of iron, calcium, omega 3, vitamin B12, antioxidants, and other minerals.
"The consumption of insects contributes positively to the environment, health, and livelihood."
EU Commission
According to FAO, limiting livestock farming and consumption is one of the most effective ways to reduce our impact on the environment.
We believe that adopting insects as a sustainable food source can be a solution. Our insect-based products not only provide high-quality protein, but are also considered a superfood due to their numerous health benefits, including improved cholesterol levels and digestion.
Supported by scientific research, these ingredients represent a healthy and tasty choice for improving our health and contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone.
Join us in our mission to create a better world by promoting insects as a sustainable food source!