... of early nutrition education in overcoming cultural barriers to insect consumption. By targeting young children, it demonstrates how educational strategies can shape future dietary habits, reduce food neophobia, and foster long-term acceptance of alternative proteins. Esther Rodríguez-Gallego can...

... 27 11 2025 © Emerald Publishing Limited 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Alternative protein Consumption levels Entomophagy Sustainable diets Scaling acceptance The need for sustainable protein sources has gained momentum in recent years...

...Donaji Jiménez-Islas; Miriam Edith Pérez-Romero; José Álvarez-García; Biagio Simonetti Purpose This study is aimed at identifying the current research trends and topics in cultured meat as an alternative protein source. The global demand for protein is increasing due to continued population growth...

.... Research limitations/implications This research explores the acceptance of one type of alternative protein (insect-based foods) by French teenagers. Practical implications The SHIFT framework highlights the most effective psychological drivers in adolescents for businesses and governments to encourage...