Differences in moisture sorption characteristics and browning of lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus) ingredients
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DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2021.110989
Abstract: Lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus) is an insect species that can be reared on an industrial scale for human consumption. In this study, the hydration behavior of processed lesser mealworm food ingredients (whole powder, protein concentrate,… read more here.
Keywords: alphitobius diaperinus; mealworm; mealworm alphitobius; lesser mealworm ... See more keywords
Susceptibility of the Lesser Mealworm, Alphitobius diaperinus (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae), From Broiler Farms of Southern Brazil to Insecticides
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DOI: 10.1093/jee/toy059
Abstract: Abstract The lesser mealworm, Alphitobius diaperinus (Panzer, 1797) (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae), is considered the primary insect pest in broiler farms in Brazil. In this study, we characterized the susceptibility of A. diaperinus populations from broiler farms… read more here.
Keywords: diaperinus; susceptibility; mealworm alphitobius; lesser mealworm ... See more keywords
Safety of frozen and freeze‐dried formulations of the lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus larva) as a Novel food pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2015/2283
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DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2022.7325
Abstract: Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, the EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) was asked to deliver an opinion on frozen and dried formulations from whole lesser mealworm (Alphitobius… read more here.
Keywords: lesser mealworm; food; panel; alphitobius diaperinus ... See more keywords
Aflatoxin B1 Metabolism of Reared Alphitobius diaperinus in Different Life-Stages
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DOI: 10.3390/insects13040357
Abstract: Simple Summary The contamination of food and feed by aflatoxins causes major health and economic consequences, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Aflatoxins can cause liver cancer and other health issues. Certain reared insect species that are… read more here.
Keywords: lesser mealworm; life; different life; alphitobius diaperinus ... See more keywords