Okay, I have an odd question. I am going to a dinner in a few months with a friend and the featured foods will be arthropods - the buggy kind - I have done this before (I actually think many insects are very good). But I wonder if anyone had had any dishes with their sleeve that included insects and if it was too much - some of the exoskeletons give me concern, not the protien-packed insides.

I think you are a brave woman, that is really all I have! lol

All i can think of is that scene in The Temple of Doom: "No thanks. I had bugs for lunch."

You are truly an adventurous soul.

http://www.hollowtop.com/finl_html/mealworms.htm

Chitin, the polymer which forms insect exoskeletons, is not easily digested by humans and thus thought to be a source of dietary Fiber.

Interesting topic, Pookeyism. It seems the exoskeletons are similar to wheat bran in that they are not easily digested but can be a good source of fiber. My concern would be about whether the chitin breaks down and absorbs Water to make it harmless.

I have had no experience with bug eating, voluntarily at least.

Only one word comes to mind EWW. Enjoy

lol, thanks guys!