Bugs You Can Eat
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In some parts of the world many cultures consider insects, larvae and other creepy crawlies to be a delicacy. In fact, a U.N. report says over 2 billion peop...

Honestly I haven’t tried it but I wouldn’t mind certain things containing bug parts (on purpose) to make up for protein in them. And honestly that crunch sounds quite good.

    • phikshun@lemmy.fmhy.ml
      3·
      1 year ago

      Can I just say… It is a joy to argue with you. I mean that sincerely.

      Okay, I read up on what sentience actually is and a few studies on insect sentience, social lives and capacity for pain. Having spent a lot of time with the little critters, I can see their point. Like they’re obviously social for one. Sometimes they really seem like they’re thinking. I don’t know.

      Let’s say in principle I agree with you. How am I supposed to not die of anemia from lack of vitamin B12? I didn’t want to do laying hens for obvious reasons. Mushrooms have some B12 and I do grow them, but it’s not gonna be enough to keep you healthy long term. And don’t say supplements or fortified foods… I need something I can grow or forage locally.

      What am I missing here?

      PS. I dunno know about the taste buds thing, they’re okay but not delicious 😅

      • Nora
        31·
        1 year ago

        B12 comes from bacteria on the ground. If you eat dirty food you should get some.

        I just have a B12 supliment I take.

        I’m not sure where to get the active bacteria, but you could culture some nutritional yeast, or buy some inactive yeast from the store.

        • phikshun@lemmy.fmhy.ml
          3·
          1 year ago

          Nah I can’t do supplements, and the B12 in nutritional yeast isnt naturally occuring. Some microorganisms do produce B12 but not the ones they use to make nooch. I know, I was surprised to.

          I did some more research though, and I do have a source of B12. Remember I said I was using seaweed for fertilization?

          Boom: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11430774/

          I can just eat the seaweed. 😂

          In fact, it appears my people have a long history of eating seaweed: https://www.wildwalks-southwest.co.uk/all-about-laverbread/ (didn’t know that existed!)

          So I guess I’ll go vegan. You win. The crickets will be disappointed that they’re getting evicted but I’m sure they’ll get over it.

          I’m going to go 6 months eating just seaweed and potatoes, while doing blood work to check my nutrient levels. I’ll let you know if I don’t die 😅. Thanks for all your help.

          • Nora
            21·
            1 year ago

            Haha yeah, I love seaweed. Didn’t know it had B12 in it. I think it also has some good omega fats too.

            Wow, well I hope it goes well for you! I think this Is a first for me. Lemmy really is a better place.

            Have a good weekend 😊. Feel free to DM me if you have any questions.