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Eating Insects to Feed the World, could mealworms be a more sustainable protein source than beef? Why?

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Answer: There is a sustainable alternative to going meat-free, the FAO says: edible insects. Grasshoppers, crickets and mealworms are rich in protein, and contain significantly higher sources of minerals such as iron, zinc, copper, and magnesium than beef.

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