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African Edible Insects As Alternative Source of Food, Oil, Protein and Bioactive Components (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020)
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African Edible Insects As Alternative Source of Food, Oil, Protein and Bioactive Components (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020)
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The harvesting, processing and consumption of edible insects is one
of the main keys to the sustainability of food chains on the
African continent. Insects are the largest and most successful
group of animals on the planet and it is estimated that they
comprise 80% of all animals. This makes edible insects extremely
important to the future survival of large populations across Africa
and the world. Insects offer a complete animal protein that
includes all 9 essential amino acids and are very competitive with
other protein sources. They are also a good source of beneficial
unsaturated fats, and many insects have a perfect Omega 3:6
balance. African Edible Insects As Alternative Source of Food, Oil,
Protein and Bioactive Components comprehensively outlines the
importance of edible insects as food and animal feed and the
processing of insects in Africa. The text also highlights
indigenous knowledge of edible insects and shows the composition
and nutritional value of these insects, plus presents reviews of
current research and developments in this rapidly expanding field.
All of the main types of edible insects are covered, including
their nutritional value, chemical makeup, and harvesting and
processing details. The various preparation technologies are
covered for each insect, as are their individual sensory qualities
and safety aspects. A key aspect of this work is its focus on the
role of insects in edible oils and gelatins. Individual chapters
focus on entomophagy in Africa and the various key aspects of the
continent's growing edible insect consumption market. As it becomes
increasingly clear that the consumption of insects will play a
major role in the sustainability of food chains in Africa, this
work can be used as a comprehensive and up-to-date singular source
for researchers looking for a complete overview on this crucial
topic.
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