Variability in nutrient composition of the edible long‐horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) in Uganda and its potential in alleviating food insecurity

Variability in nutrient composition of the edible long‐horned grasshopper (Ruspolia differens) in Uganda and its potential in alleviating food insecurity

Abstract Ruspolia differens Serville (Orthoptera: Tettigonidae) is a highly nutritious and luxurious insect delicacy that is consumed as a food source in many African countries. However, the nutrient profile of R. differens in different geographical regions have received limited research interest. H...

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Main Authors: Margaret Kababu, Collins K. Mweresa, Sevgan Subramanian, James P. Egonyu, Chrysantus M. Tanga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-06-01
Series:Food Science & Nutrition
Subjects:
edible grasshoppers
food security
functional food ingredient
geographical location
Ruspolia differens
vulnerable communities
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.3346

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https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.3346

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