What is Chitin
Chitin is the fibrous material that makes up the exoskeleton of arthropods such as insects and crustaceans. As a prebiotic, chitin found in edible insects is a great source of dietary fiber…
Research Finds Edible Insects in our Ancestors Diets
Globally, over 2 Billion people currently eat insects around the world. From ants to scorpions, edible insects provide a ready and available source of protein and nutrition. In fact, a lot of protein and nutrition, and a food source that can be readily gathered if...Cockroach Milk: The New Superfood or Hard Pass?
Every week, and sometimes every day new articles are released about the NEW superfood. While this can feel bombarding and loosely thrown around as a term, the potential impact makes it well worth it in our opinion. From what started with an announcement in 2016...
Are Edible Insects the Next Superfood?
From fried hornets in Japan to red worms in Mexico, to fried termites in Africa and foods made with cricket flour right here in the US, edible insects are finding their way onto our dinner plates. Why? Edible insects are sustainable and nutritious, containing…
OMSI Bug Week 2018
Welcome to OMSI Bug WEEK 2018! We are excited to be a part of this years OMSI Bug Week 2018 and are looking forward to hanging out with families all across Oregon and Washington. For the full week of Spring Break, OMSI has put together an amazing line up at their...
