Mopane Worm (Gonimbrasia Belina) Utilisation, a Potential Source of Protein in Fortified Blended Foods in Zimbabwe: A Review
mopane worm, insects, nutrition, fortified blended foods, proteins
Abstract
Primarily, Mopane worm (G. belina) forms a major part of the most consumed and highly nutritious (protein averages 55.41%) insect in Zimbabwe. The insect offers a great potential source of protein that could be utilised to alleviate diet deficiencies diseases among most vulnerable groups in society. The insect could form a foundation for new food products that are based on its substantial nutritive value. The paper reviews nutritional potential of G. belina to the human diet through its use in fortified blended foods (FBFs) formulations, making it an alternative substitute for conventional sources of protein, such as soybean, common bean and nuts. In view of that, G. belina through FBFs could be used as food aid in humanitarian relief programs in Zimbabwe in fighting against rampant malnutrition especially among rural population and urban dwellers. However, several aspects related to food safety and sustainability in insects harvesting are of great concern that needs to be underscored. Further research would be necessary to ascertain the real process development and formulation of FBFs where G. belina has been exploited as a source of protein.
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