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What's the Buzz on Eating Bugs? Can Insects Really Save the World?
Gastropod
Cultural Context Shapes Insect Acceptance
Insect consumption campaigns vary significantly across different cultures. In Madagascar, traditional methods like planting vines for bacon bugs thrive, while in South Korea, the government promotes insect farming and develops standards to encourage consumption through processed forms like flours and protein powders. Conversely, in Western countries, challenges include public disgust and fear, often rooted in negative perceptions of insects as pests. Despite potential health benefits and sustainability, overcoming irrational disgust is crucial for increasing acceptance of edible insects.
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