How Cricket Powder Affects Gut Microbiome and Cholesterol Metabolism

"The intervention product is each serving of cricket powder, which contains 21.5 grams of house cricket (Acheta domesticus) powder blended with pumpkin powder, packed in a sachet. The powder is prepared under sterile conditions and heat-treated to ensure microbiological safety, in compliance with Thai public health regulations.~Each serving of cricket powder will be consumed together with 32 grams of instant pork-flavored congee, serving as the food base.~This intervention is distinguished by its use of whole cricket powder as a natural, food-based source of protein, chitin, and bioactive compounds, rather than isolated nutrients or supplements. Unlike many clinical studies that use encapsulated insect protein, purified chitin, or insect extracts, this study utilizes a whole-food approach, incorporating cricket powder into a culturally relevant format, congee, to reflect real-life dietary practices."

32 grams of instant pork-flavored congee that does not contain cricket powder