Our Tenebrio Molitor Insect Protein Powder is a source of many health-boosting nutrients, that may help to:
Promote Muscle Growth & Repair: Each 2 tbsp (12.5 g) serving of this product provides 7 g of complete, digestible protein. Many studies show that consuming plenty of protein is essential to building, repairing, and maintaining lean muscle mass (1)(2)(3). In Canada, the general recommendation is to consume approximately 0.8 g of protein per kg of body weight. However, you may need to consume more, depending on your activity levels.
Reduce Inflammation: Mealworm powder is a source of omega-3 fatty acids, a type of unsaturated fatty acid that must be obtained through diet. Research shows that consuming a diet rich in omega-3 may help to reduce inflammation and symptoms of various autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis (4)(5).
Support Cognitive Function & Mental Health: The omega-3 fatty acids in mealworm powder play an important role in the development, functioning, and aging of the brain, and deficiencies have been linked with an increased risk of mental health disorders (6)(7).
Improve Digestive Health: Mealworm can help to support gut health due to its concentration of a powerful prebiotic fibre called chitin (pronounced k-eye-tin), which has been shown to promote probiotic growth (4). Gut health has been in the spotlight for quite some time, and for good reason: it plays a decisive role in the maintenance of good health and an imbalance of healthy gut bacteria (dysbiosis) has been linked to many chronic diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease, obesity and even cancer (8).
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The health benefits associated with our functional ingredients can be found under the BENEFITS tab, under the ABOUT THIS PRODUCT section of each product page.
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