Are ants made of protein?: Unpacking the Nutrition of Edible Insects
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Over two billion people worldwide already consume insects, including ants, as a part of their regular diet. This ancient practice of entomophagy raises a modern nutritional question: **Are ants made of protein?** The short answer is yes, and they offer a surprisingly robust nutritional profile that is gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to conventional protein sources.
