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Insects: A nutritional alternativeInsects are considered as potential food sources in space. Types of insects consumed are discussed. Hazards of insect ingestion are considered. Insect reproduction, requirements, and raw materials conversion are discussed. Nutrition properties and composition of insects are considered. Preparation of insects as human food is discussed.
Document ID
19820019112
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Contractor Report (CR)
Authors
Dufour, P. A.
(George Washington Univ. Medical Center Washington, DC, United States)
Date Acquired
September 4, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Subject Category
Man/System Technology And Life Support
Report/Patent Number
NAS 1.26:169056
NASA-CR-169056
Report Number: NAS 1.26:169056
Report Number: NASA-CR-169056
Accession Number
82N26988
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-3165
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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