Summary Of Would You Eat This By Kristin Lewis Eating Bugs

Nina Wilhelm Mrs. Schroder 7th Hour English 14 March 2024 Have you ever eaten a bug? Eating a bug is common in places such as Thailand, Asia, and even South America. In the article “Would You Eat This?” the informational text “GROSS! YUCK! That is a great idea! EW!” and the video “Edible Insects” discusses if bugs could ever become a part of the American diet. They also discuss some of the interesting facts about consuming insects. To begin with, in the article “Would You Eat This?” by Kristin Lewis, Kristin discusses the upsides, as well as downsides of eating bugs. Lewis writes, “One reason is that from a young age, many of us are taught to stay away from insects like bees, scorpions, and ticks, which can sting and bite us and sometimes spread

there aren’t many places to buy necessary equipment (Lewis 24). This implies that making the switch would be hard considering we don’t have the resources for it. Insect-based products are expensive. they are around four times more expensive than a comparable amount of chocolate chip cookie mix (Levit 25). This explains that not all people in America can afford to eat bugs because of their price. In the video “Edible Insects” it explains how Americans get very grossed out at the thought of eating bugs, while in other countries it is a staple in their diet. Altogether, making the switch can be challenging due to the reasons the text states. By the same token, there are ways people can make the switch. Lewis mentions, “Many species are rich in protein, iron, fiber, and other essential nutrients” (25). This proves that eating bugs can actually help your overall health with the nutrient intake you receive when you digest them. Many insects are also gluten-free—making insect-based flour an ideal baking ingredient for those with gluten allergies (Lewis 25). This exemplifies a way insects can help a person eat normal food if they have a gluten