# Life Saving Snail Pies New Research Suggests Snails Will Help the Malnourished in Africa By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-11-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malnourished-in-africa References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/11/giant-snail-pies-feed-malnourished-africa.php) & [sciencedaily](http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/11/091119101207.htm) The people who are malnourished in Africa may have some help coming their way, albeit slowly. Snails are being suggested to provide a replacement for the more expensive and scarcer beef. Also offering [more protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fulfil-nutrition) and, according to kids in a recent survey, a better taste, snails seem to be a seriously smart answer for an epic problem. The impressive research comes from Ukpong Udofia of the [University of Uyo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeidler-architecture). Her study of the indigenous African Giant Snail is takes a positive new step on the quest to help the malnourished in Africa. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Snail-based Protein:** Snails are being suggested as a more affordable and sustainable protein source, potentially disrupting the meat industry. - **Alternative Food Sources:** The use of unconventional food sources like snails presents an opportunity for innovative food products and farming methods. - **Nutritional Solutions for Malnutrition:** Research on snails as a nutritious food source offers potential solutions to address malnutrition in Africa. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Production:** The snail farming industry has the potential to expand and disrupt traditional meat production methods. - **Food Technology:** Developing new food processing techniques and snail-based food products can lead to innovative solutions for malnutrition. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** Integrating snails into sustainable farming systems can provide a novel approach to address food security and combat malnutrition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Insect Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-insect-snack.md) - [Silk Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eri-rocket.md) - [Protein-Rich Seaweed Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelpeat-snack.md) - [Plant-Based Turtle Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-soup.md) - [Insect-Based Dog Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snappies.md) - [Microalgae-Based Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simpliigood.md) - [Climate-Friendly Cactus Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cactus-snack.md) - [Edible 3D-Printed Insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-edible-insects.md) - [Slime-Inspired Skincare Gels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrodew-slime.md)