Would you eat worms to fight climate change?

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Worm ‘burgers’ could solve world hunger, scientists claim



NY POST

This might be a not-so-happy meal.

Creepy crawlies could be the key to solving world hunger — by eating them as food.

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Climate change is partially fueled by cow emissions — due to the methane they produce — hence the need for beef substitutes.

For those who aren’t willing to part with their burgers, the scientists might have found a solution with the mealworms: grinding them up and seasoning them to taste just like the real thing.

In fact, the critters are a great source of nutrients the body needs, similar to that of meat, according to researchers, and have been shown to reduce cholesterol and inflammation while improving heart rhythms.

“Insects are a nutritious and healthy food source with high amounts of fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, fiber and high-quality protein — which is like that of meat,” Cho said. “Mealworm contains beneficial essential amino acids and is high in unsaturated fatty acids.”

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Foodies in the EU have included mealworms on their menus for a while now, following research that declared the critters safe to consume. The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization even referred to the insects as “a healthy and highly nutritious food source with a high content of fat, protein, vitamins, fibers and minerals.”

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