Research
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Crickets possess a favorable fatty acid profile with high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) and monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), which may help mitigate risks associated with high-saturated fat diets.
If you are watching your saturated fat intake, cricket-based foods can be a heart-healthy alternative to red meat due to their high PUFA and MUFA content. Look for products that highlight their fatty acid profile.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
Consumption a high PUFA and MUFA in crickets is therefore capable of reducing the detrimental effects of high-SFA diets.
Why this rating
Based on compositional analysis in a review paper; direct clinical outcome data is limited.
Source
Edible Crickets (Orthoptera) Around the World: Distribution, Nutritional Value, and Other Benefits—A Review
Henlay J. O. Magara et al. · Frontiers in Nutrition · 2021
DOI 10.3389/fnut.2020.537915
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