Mass researcher invented a method for raising sago beetles to have omega-3 Higher than fish oil
Researcher, Walailak University (mass.), Invented a food formula for raising the sago beetle to have higher nutritional value, including protein, minerals, 9 essential amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids. Higher than oil increases the value and commercial potential of this edible insect to farmers.
Associate Professor Dr. Worawan Phanphiphat, Lecturer of the School of Agricultural Technology and Food Industry As the head of the Center of Excellence in Food Technology and Innovation, revealed that he and his research team consisted of Ms. Kanittha Chinarak, Associate Professor Dr. Manat Chaichan and Assistant Professor Dr. Pichak Samphan, Center of Excellence. Technology Co-researched the nutritional value of Sago palm weevil larvae cultured in farm systems in the 3 southern provinces, namely Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung and Yala, found that the sago palm beetles from the 3 sources had fat and protein as the main components. It contains 52.4-60.1% fat and 18.0-28.5% protein. It is also rich in minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, calcium, zinc, copper, manganese and iron. The nutrient content in the sago beetle varies from person to person. Farms depend on recipes and feeding methods for sago beetles.
Associate Professor Dr. Worawan said that when considering the quality of protein in cultured sago beetle. It was found that the amount of essential amino acids was lower than the reference protein set by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. It also contains a low amount of essential fatty acids and a high proportion of omega-6 / omega-3 fatty acids. That does not affect health From this knowledge, in-depth research studies are conducted to develop recipes that can increase the nutritional value of the sago beetle. As well as can stimulate the growth of such insects To increase the commercial production potential of this southern edible insect By conducting a study covering total nutrient intake And focus on increasing omega-3 essential fatty acids As close to fish oil This is because sago beetles are high in fat and have a much shorter life cycle than deep sea fish. Including studying the expression of genes involved in lipid synthesis To understand the in-depth mechanism in the metabolic system of the sago beetle.
“The newly developed formula is able to grow sago beetles larger and heavier than those with traditional recipes. This was able to shorten the cultivation time of sago beetles for at least 10 days, where the sago beetle had a much higher nutritional value than that of traditional food recipes. Which can increase protein content up to 40-92 percent by high quality protein This is because it contains all 9 essential amino acids and also has a 12-48% increase in essential amino acid content compared to the standard protein as required by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. It was found that the essential amino acid content of the sago beetle treated with the new formula was 1-1.5 times higher than the reference protein. Therefore, the sago beetle was a high quality protein food source. In the quality of the fat Sago beetles that were fed a new formula contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. It is 10-25 times higher than that of traditional diets, where the sago beetles treated with the new diet contain omega-3 fatty acids. It is 1.24 times higher than fish oil and has a lower proportion of omega-6 / omega-3 fatty acids than 4/1, which indicates the healthy fat. In addition, the sago beetle is fed a new formula rich in minerals including potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, calcium and zinc, which are higher than those found in chicken eggs. ”
Associate Professor Dr. Worawan said at the end that The results of research have shown to increase the commercial potential of sago beetles. To provide a future alternative food source rich in nutrients necessary for the human body. This is an in-depth research study that affects the foundation economy. Which results in career security for farmers The research team would like to thank the support for the research budget from the researcher development project and research for industry (Ph.D.) at the doctoral level.
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