Why Don't We Eat Enough Insects ?

There are 10 quintillion insects on Earth — and 2 billion people eat them as a normal meal. Crickets pack more protein than beef, use less water, less land, and grow in 6 weeks instead of years. So why does the average American recoil at the thought? The answer isn't biology — it's a 200-year-old mental category we never questioned. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute dietary, medical, or nutritional advice. Always consult a professional before making significant changes to your diet. Key research referenced: UN Food and Agriculture Organization, "Edible Insects: Future Prospects for Food and Feed Security" (2013) Psychologist Paul Rozin's research on disgust as an evolved emotion (University of Pennsylvania) EU novel food regulations approving insect species for human consumption (2021) Sources (as referenced in this video): UN FAO Report 2013: https://www.fao.org/publications/card... Paul Rozin — Disgust research overview: https://www.sas.upenn.edu/~rozin/ EU novel food insect approvals: https://food.ec.europa.eu/safety/nove...