# Savory Insect Snacks This Cricket-Based Bites Are Delicious, Nutritious and Sustainably Sourced By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-06-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-insect-snack References: [thegazette](https://www.thegazette.com/restaurants/hy-vee-offers-new-cricket-snack/) & [gymneatcrickets](https://www.gymneatcrickets.com/dry-roasted-crickets)  Gym-N-Eat Crickets, a company based in the city of Ames in Iowa, is offering a delicious insect snack that makes use of crickets, which are increasingly prized as a healthy and exceptionally [sustainable source of protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finnish-brands). The 'Gym-N-Eat Crickets' collection of [savory snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-snacks) is available in a number of flavors that range from Dill Pickle and Smokey BBQ to [Hot & Spicy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-n-spicy-cheesy-crackers) and Fiesta versions. Offered up in half-ounce bags, these cricket snacks are proven to be high in protein, calcium, iron and Vitamin B12, whilst being low in fat. In addition to offering a wide assortment of nutritional benefits and tasting delicious, the 'Gym-N-Eat Crickets' line of insect snacks also supports a more sustainable future, given the fact that cricket farming calls for a miniscule proportion of the water, land and feeding requirements associated with conventional animal protein sources such as cattle and chicken. Image Credit: Gym-N-Eat Crickets ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Insect Protein Products:** Cricket farming being a more sustainable protein source, insect-based products could be the future of protein. - **Sustainable Snacking:** Alternative protein snack options can benefit people and the planet, paving way for healthier, more sustainable snacking. - **Alternative Protein:** With the growing awareness of sustainable protein, alternative protein sources are becoming an important topic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food:** The food industry should look into alternative protein sources to offer more sustainable options to consumers. - **Environment:** The environment industry can benefit from sustainable protein sources, leading to lower carbon footprints and resource utilization. - **Health:** Alternative protein sources can have a wider range of nutritional benefits, leading to beneficial health outcomes for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protein-Packed Cricket Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-protein-bar.md) - [Cricket Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-jerky.md) - [Critter-Packed Canine Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canine-treats.md) - [Insect Protein Dog Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nooch-puffs.md) - [Insect-Based Inflight Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipair.md) - [Insect-Based Wet Dog Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-dog-food.md) - [Edible 3D-Printed Insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-edible-insects.md) - [Insect-Infused Dog Food Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-meal-toppers.md) - [Insect-Based Dog Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snappies.md)