Insects have been utilized as a source of food, for the entire history of mankind, in almost every country in the world! It is only here in America that we are squeamish about eating insects! - However, that is changing. Americans are becoming more health conscious every day; and nutrition and economics have played a major role in prodding us to overcome our initial revulsion. There are more than 2000 varieties of edible insects known. We offer just a few here to help you get started. Insects are normally thought of as the "Survivor Diet" or as "Fear Factor" or "Extreme Cuisine" food. In fact - they are quite tasty, economical, and very nutritious! Even here in America it is well known that insects are a great source of protein and are low in fat. They are also a great source of vitamins and minerals, and are also low in calories! According to the FDA: Since it is impossible to entirely eliminate pest insects from the human food chain, insects are already present in many foods, especially grains. Most people do not realize that food laws in many countries do not prohibit insect parts in food, but rather limit the quantity. So what that means is: You have already been eating insects - you just didn't know it! Believe it or not - science (Entomophagy) has shown that insects are almost the perfect food! Please see the Funky Foods! section for some other "unique" foods... New: Toys, Preserved. Canned Candied Packaged Imitated Preserved Bulk Toys! Copyright © 2003-2008 Toyrential-Reign. All rights reserved. All other materials and logos are copyrighted by their respective owners, or companies.