Some Canadians are willing to eat insect-based food — but conditions apply
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A Concordia study of 252 Montreal Insectarium visitors found 44% are open to trying insects, but only 27% would eat them regularly. Curiosity drives interest, while disgust is the main barrier. Higher education and male gender increase openness. Processed forms like cricket flour are preferred over visible insects.
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