Let Them Eat Bugs!

Many insects feed on decaying matter, so using them as a source of nutrition can present dangers. Noxious bacteria such as E. coli, H. pylori, and some varieties of Staphylococcus, found in many insects, can cause serious illnesses. Insects also host viruses, parasites, fungi, and other contaminants. They bear pesticides, toxic metals, and other chemicals picked up from the environment, all of which could poison us and damage our digestive tract. Lastly, stingers, wings, spines, and other features can pose a choking hazard. Production techniques may be engineered to remove them, but a proportion of hard insect parts is bound to remain and may prove hazardous.

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