Bhola Shivam, Park Eun-Jung, Lee Hae-Jeung
Department of Health Sciences and Technology, GAIHST, Gachon University, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Institute for Aging and Clinical Nutrition Research, Gachon University, Seongnam, Republic of Korea.
Nutr Neurosci. 2025 May;28(5):541-549. doi: 10.1080/1028415X.2024.2392410. Epub 2024 Aug 19.
Throughout history, various cultures have recognized the significance of insects and have integrated them into traditional medicinal practices. In addition to medicines, insects are garnering attention as a sustainable and nutritious dietary alternative. Although edible insects have long been recognized as food sources in many Asian cultures, recent scientific studies have highlighted their potential therapeutic benefits, particularly in the field of neuroprotection. This review explores insect-derived extracts and peptides, elucidating their neuroprotective potential. This review highlights the potential use of insects as a source of neuroprotective agents. Advancements in neuroprotection may find a key ally in insects as our understanding of the symbiotic relationship between insects and human health becomes more profound.
纵观历史，各种文化都认识到昆虫的重要性，并将其融入传统医学实践中。除了药物，昆虫作为一种可持续且营养丰富的饮食选择也越来越受到关注。尽管食用昆虫在许多亚洲文化中早已被视为食物来源，但最近的科学研究强调了它们潜在的治疗益处，尤其是在神经保护领域。本文综述探讨了昆虫提取物和肽，阐明了它们的神经保护潜力。本文综述强调了昆虫作为神经保护剂来源的潜在用途。随着我们对昆虫与人类健康之间共生关系的理解日益深刻，神经保护领域的进展可能会在昆虫身上找到关键盟友。
