Pancreatic cancer can be arrested by vitamin D, which is also vital for the function of human immune systems, as well as for bone, muscle and gum development. Yet one in six are vitamin D deficient.
To cover the growing demand for additional vitamin D supplements, a French startup is using biosynthesis to produce vitamin D3-oil from mealworms. The patented process allows the body to absorb this vitamin 3x more efficiently than alternative products.
It’s suitable as a health supplement for humans plus as a food ingredient for cats, dogs, chickens, birds and pigs.
A Canadian startup is using soldier fly larvae for its protein-rich dog food, while in Denmark shore crabs are being processed into animal- and fish feed.
