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Cricket Protein

Nutritional profile strong; a small trial suggested cricket consumption supported gut microbiota. Emerging field.

Benefits

Key compounds

Complete proteinB12ironzincchitin (fiber)omega-3/6

May help with

Best for these goals

Proteinnutritionsustainability

How to use it

Cricket flour in baked goods, smoothies, bars; roasted whole

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

SHELLFISH-ALLERGY CROSS-REACTIVITY — avoid if allergic to crustaceans/dust mites (chitin/tropomyosin). Source from food-grade farms.
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