Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yu Gao, Yi-Jin Zhao, Meng-Lei Xu, Shu-Sen Shi
Summary: Insects, including the soybean hawkmoth Clanis bilineata tsingtauica (CBT), have been consumed by humans for over 2000 years in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. CBT, known for its nutritional value, is safe for consumption and has potential for use as a dietary supplement to slow aging. However, efficient mass production technology for CBT-derived food is still being developed to meet market demand.
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Food Science & Technology
Ying Su, Ming-Xing Lu, Li-Quan Jing, Lei Qian, Ming Zhao, Yu-Zhou Du, Huai-Jian Liao
Summary: The edible insect Clanis bilineata tsingtauica is found to be high in nutrients, particularly protein and essential amino acids. It contains a balanced amino acid composition and abundant minerals like iron and zinc. The presence of phytic acid impacts mineral absorption, but the low phytic acid to zinc ratio indicates high mineral utilization, making C. bilineata tsingtauica a highly nutritious food source for human consumption.
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Acoustics
Shuya Wang, Bin Zhou, Yingbin Shen, Yulin Wang, Yao Peng, Liqiong Niu, Xinquan Yang, Shugang Li
Summary: The study demonstrated that ultrasonic pretreatment significantly improved the emulsification properties of Clams Bilineata Tingtauica Mell Protein (CBTMP) by increasing particle sizes, sulfhydryl group content, and surface hydrophobicity, while enhancing the physical stability of emulsions and forming a stronger network structure.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Shuya Wang, Liqiong Niu, Bin Zhou, Yao Peng, Xinquan Yang, Yingbin Shen, Shugang Li
Summary: This study investigated the impact of different drying methods on the structure and functional properties of Clanis Bilineata Tingtauica Mell Protein (CBTMP). Results showed that vacuum drying (VD) led to higher foaming ability, freeze drying (FD) resulted in better emulsion stability and rheological properties, and hot-air drying (HD) exhibited better thermal stability. Heating treatment increased the degree of hydrolysis of CBTMP.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
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Entomology
Xiaofeng Liu, Yulu Yan, Nan Liu, Yufei Xu, Huiyan Jiang, Zhihao Ye, Hao Wang, Junyi Gai, Guangnan Xing
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of different rearing factors on the growth of C. bilineata tsingtauica larvae and determined the optimal levels of artificial rearing.
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Food Science & Technology
Marta Igual, Purificacion Garcia-Segovia, Javier Martinez-Monzo
Summary: The study found that breads enriched with pea protein, Alphitobius diaperinus, and Tenebrio molitor powder released more amino acids (AA) during in vitro gastrointestinal digestion compared to the control group. The highest release of AA occurred in the intestinal phase, indicating that protein enrichment can enhance AA release.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GASTRONOMY AND FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Yu Gao, Yi-Jin Zhao, Meng-Lei Xu, Shu-Sen Shi
Summary: The soybean hawkmoth, also known as CBT, is a traditional edible insect in East Asia with rich amino acids and fatty acids, meeting human nutritional needs. CBT larvae are high in protein, low in fat, easily absorbed, and can be used as an alternative food ingredient to meet global demand for animal protein.
CYTA-JOURNAL OF FOOD
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Lei Qian, Bo-Jian Chen, Fu-Rong Gui, Yi Qin, Pan Deng, Huai-Jian Liao
Summary: This study investigated the effect of different soybean varieties on the nutritional quality and feeding selection behavior of Clanis bilineata tsingtauica larvae, a special species of Chinese edible insect. The results showed that R1 soybean had the highest protein content and was preferred by the larvae. Additionally, certain volatile compounds in soybeans were found to be correlated with larval host selection and protein content. This study provides a theoretical basis for producing protein-rich C. bilineata tsingtauica in the food industry.
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Food Science & Technology
Chenxu Zhu, Ming Zhao, Haibo Zhang, Fang Zhang, Yuzhou Du, Mingxing Lu
Summary: Clanis bilineata tsingtauica eggs stored at 15°C for 11 days followed by holding at 15-20°C under dark conditions showed optimal hatch rate, providing a stable supply for easier mass rearing.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sean M. Tibbetts, Margaret J. MacPherson, Kyoung C. Park, Ronald J. Melanson, Shane J. J. Patelakis
Summary: Composition and apparent digestibility coefficients (ADCs) were determined for Spirulina meal produced from Arthrospira platensis. Spirulina meal had high protein content, rich in essential amino acids (EAAs) and showed high-quality protein characteristics. The meal also contained various beneficial compounds and low levels of antinutritional compounds and heavy metal contaminants. In a digestion assay, Spirulina meal demonstrated high digestibility coefficients and had no significant effects on the digestibility of essential nutrients in Atlantic salmon diets.
ALGAL RESEARCH-BIOMASS BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Patricia M. Rusu, Andrea Y. Chan, Mathias Heikenwalder, Oliver J. Mueller, Adam J. Rose
Summary: Dietary amino acid (AA) restriction, particularly essential amino acid (EAA) restriction, promotes hyperdipsia. Restriction of threonine (Thr) or tryptophan (Trp) is essential for hyperdipsic effect, and liver/hepatocyte-derived FGF21 is required for this phenomenon. Introducing Thr de novo biosynthesis in hepatocytes can reverse hyperdipsia during dietary amino acid restriction.
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Chemistry, Applied
Siriwan Teepoo, Tadcha Sannok, Supattra Arsawiset, Sompong Sansenya
Summary: A novel strategy for detecting branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) in edible insects using a paper test strip device and smartphone readout is presented. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were used to enhance the color intensity, resulting in 1.5 times higher intensity. The paper test strip showed detection limits of 6.0, 6.2, and 7.2 mg/L for leucine, isoleucine, and valine, respectively. The results obtained with the paper test strip were in good agreement with those obtained using a commercial test kit, demonstrating its potential as an easy-to-use, inexpensive, and portable alternative device for BCAAs analysis.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rosana C. Maia, Luiz F. T. Albino, Horacio S. Rostagno, Maurilio L. Xavier Junior, Bruna S. Kreuz, Raully L. Silva, Bruno D. Faria, Arele A. Calderano
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of essential-to-total nitrogen ratios supplemented with nonessential amino acids in low-protein diets on the performance, nitrogen retention, and blood parameters of broiler chickens. The results showed that diets with an eN-to-tN ratio of 50% or less were more beneficial in maintaining broiler performance and efficient nitrogen metabolism.
ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
C. X. Zhu, M. Zhao, M. X. Lu, H. B. Zhang, F. Zhang, Y. Z. Du
Summary: This study conducted transcriptomic analyses on different edible tissues of Clanis bilineata tsingtauica to reveal the scientific basis of cooking customs. The results showed that the distribution of methionine and other amino acids varies in different tissues, and larvae that hadn't wriggled into soil had higher nutrient levels.
JOURNAL OF INSECTS AS FOOD AND FEED
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Amanda Medeiros Correia, Jansller Luiz Genova, Alysson Saraiva, Gabriel Cipriano Rocha
Summary: This study investigated the effects of crude protein and non-essential amino acid supplementation on the growth performance and intestinal health of piglets after weaning. The results showed that a high CP diet improved feed conversion ratio, while a low CP diet supplemented with NEAA promoted intestinal health.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
