{"id":2244,"date":"2021-12-19T18:23:50","date_gmt":"2021-12-19T10:23:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/?p=2244"},"modified":"2023-09-19T20:13:09","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T12:13:09","slug":"are-ants-edible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Ants Edible? Are They Safe To Eat?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Yes, ants are edible. They&#8217;re eaten by humans in many parts of the world. They taste good and provide a good amount of nutrients. They&#8217;ve been regarded as a superfood and a sustainable alternative to animal protein.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article we&#8217;ll learn more about ants as food as we discuss the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Popular edible ants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How people prepare and eat ants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What ants taste like<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nutritional value of ants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Benefits of eating ants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ants as alternatives to animal protein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risks of eating ants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/are-ants-edible-b-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"are ants edible\" class=\"wp-image-3295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/are-ants-edible-b-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/are-ants-edible-b-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/are-ants-edible-b-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/are-ants-edible-b.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Honey_Ants_(7344580116).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">avilasal<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">CC BY 2.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Popular_Edible_Ants\" title=\"Popular Edible Ants\">Popular Edible Ants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#How_Do_People_Eat_Ants\" title=\"How Do People Eat Ants?\">How Do People Eat Ants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#What_Do_Ants_Taste_Like\" title=\"What Do Ants Taste Like?\">What Do Ants Taste Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Nutritional_Value_of_Ants\" title=\"Nutritional Value of Ants\">Nutritional Value of Ants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Benefits_Of_Eating_Ants\" title=\"Benefits Of Eating Ants\">Benefits Of Eating Ants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Ants_as_Alternatives_for_Animal_Protein\" title=\"Ants as Alternatives for Animal Protein\">Ants as Alternatives for Animal Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Is_It_Safe_to_Eat_Ants_Possible_Risks\" title=\"Is It Safe to Eat Ants? Possible Risks\">Is It Safe to Eat Ants? Possible Risks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Should_You_Eat_Ants\" title=\"Should You Eat Ants?\">Should You Eat Ants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Related_Questions\" title=\"Related Questions\">Related Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Can_You_Eat_Ants_for_Survival\" title=\"Can You Eat Ants for Survival?\">Can You Eat Ants for Survival?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Is_It_Safe_To_Eat_Ant_Infested_Food\" title=\"Is It Safe To Eat Ant Infested Food?\">Is It Safe To Eat Ant Infested Food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#How_Do_I_Keep_Ants_Away_From_Food\" title=\"How Do I Keep Ants Away From Food?\">How Do I Keep Ants Away From Food?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-ants-edible\/#Summary_Are_Ants_Edible\" title=\"Summary: Are Ants Edible?\">Summary: Are Ants Edible?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Edible_Ants\"><\/span>Popular Edible Ants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more than 10,000 species of ants and not all are safe for consumption. There are only a <strong>handful of ants eaten by people<\/strong> in different parts of the world. These ants include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Honeypot Ants:<\/strong> Honeypot ants, also known as honey ants, are a species of ant mostly found in Australia. They are known for their unique ability to store food in their bodies. Their abdomens can swell up and serve as jars of nectar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weaver Ants:<\/strong> Weaver ants are popular edible ants found in Southeast Asia. They construct their nests by weaving leaves with their larval silk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leafcutter Ants:<\/strong> Leafcutter ants are tropical ants found in the Americas. They are known for their behavior of cutting and collecting leaves and flowers. They use these leaves and flowers to cultivate their fungal gardens.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_People_Eat_Ants\"><\/span>How Do People Eat Ants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants may not be a typical food item in many cultures, but they&#8217;re <strong>consumed in a variety of ways<\/strong>. It depends on a number of factors including species, region, and cultural preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"David Attenborough Eats a Honeypot Ant | Attenborough: Trials of Life | BBC Earth\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5rwDdWBIXIg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In some regions, ants are eaten raw as a snack. In Australia for example, honeypot ants are considered delicacies eaten straight from digging. Sometimes they\u2019re also stored and used as ingredients for desserts. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sbs.com.au\/food\/article\/2018\/09\/06\/these-sweet-australian-ants-are-best-honey-youve-ever-tasted\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sbs.com.au\/food\/article\/2018\/09\/06\/these-sweet-australian-ants-are-best-honey-youve-ever-tasted\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In others, they&#8217;re used as condiments or ingredients in meals and soups. Some people also use them as toppings for salads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_Ants_Taste_Like\"><\/span>What Do Ants Taste Like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ants taste differently<\/strong> depending on species and method of preparation. In general, they&#8217;re said to be quite flavorful. Here&#8217;s how the commonly eaten ants taste:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Honeypot Ants: <\/strong>Sweet or sour depending on the source of the nectar. They are said to sometimes produce a sweeter taste than honey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weaver Ants:<\/strong> Sweet fruity or citrusy taste with a light crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leaf-cutter Ants: <\/strong>Smoky, bacon-like taste when roasted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants are also said to taste spicy. This is due to the formic acid that they produce. This formic acid reacts with the receptors in the mouth to produce a burning sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Value_of_Ants\"><\/span>Nutritional Value of Ants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants are not only a tasty snack but also a good source of nutrition. <strong>They&#8217;re energy-dense foods that are high in protein, fiber, and vitamins.<\/strong> Additionally, they also provide minerals like iron, zinc, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fao.org\/3\/i3253e\/i3253e.pdf\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.fao.org\/3\/i3253e\/i3253e.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to their nutrient content, ants have been considered to be a superfood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_Of_Eating_Ants\"><\/span>Benefits Of Eating Ants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Outside of nutrition, eating ants can also provide other benefits to human health. These benefits include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Antioxidants:<\/strong> Research has found that ants have comparable antioxidant properties to orange juice. This suggests that ants may be able to prevent the onset of certain medical conditions. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2019.00106\/full\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2019.00106\/full\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medicinal Use: <\/strong>In some cultures, ants are consumed for medicinal purposes. They&#8217;re believed to help cure several diseases like arthritis and hepatitis. Research has also found that some ants have antimicrobial properties. These properties work against disease-causing pathogens like <em>Shigella<\/em> and <em>E.coli<\/em>. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/258606668_Provisioning_services_from_ants_Food_and_pharmaceuticals\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/258606668_Provisioning_services_from_ants_Food_and_pharmaceuticals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2008\/04\/080428090704.htm\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2008\/04\/080428090704.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1111\/eea.13236\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1111\/eea.13236\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ants_as_Alternatives_for_Animal_Protein\"><\/span>Ants as Alternatives for Animal Protein<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/facts-about-ants-2-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3061\" width=\"787\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/facts-about-ants-2-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/facts-about-ants-2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/facts-about-ants-2-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/facts-about-ants-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 787px) 100vw, 787px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/senjakelabu29-9800347\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=4975881\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">senjakelabu29<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=4975881\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There have been growing concerns over the environmental impact of meat production. With that, many are turning to alternative sources of protein. These alternatives include insects like ants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people view <strong>ants as an ideal alternative to meat<\/strong>. For one, they&#8217;re more sustainable compared to traditional livestock. They require less space, water, and food to produce the same amount of protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can be harvested in ways that do not harm the environment. We can simply collect them from their natural habitats. There&#8217;s no need for intensive farming practices or deforestation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, ants emit fewer greenhouse gases than livestock. Meaning that switching to an ant diet may help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/01\/110107083737.htm#:~:text=The%20research%20team%20has%20for,such%20as%20cattle%20and%20pigs.\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2011\/01\/110107083737.htm#:~:text=The%20research%20team%20has%20for,such%20as%20cattle%20and%20pigs.\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, <strong>ants offer a more sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to animal protein<\/strong>. They can help feed a growing global population with minimal environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Safe_to_Eat_Ants_Possible_Risks\"><\/span>Is It Safe to Eat Ants? Possible Risks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While consuming ants may provide many benefits, they also present several risks. They can, for example, <strong>trigger allergic reactions<\/strong>. People allergic to shrimp, shellfish, and chocolates are highly discouraged from eating ants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants can also <strong>carry and transmit disease-causing pathogens<\/strong>. Research has found that some ants contain fecal contaminants and pathogens like <em>Salmonella<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See this article to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/scifaqs.com\/are-army-ants-dangerous\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2889\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how ants are dangerous<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Eat_Ants\"><\/span>Should You Eat Ants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re down to try, then why not? The consumption of ants isn\u2019t as weird or uncommon as we think. Many cultures have considered ants as food for many years. Plus they\u2019re said to taste good and provide a number of benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just note that <strong>not everyone can safely eat ants.<\/strong> Again, those allergic to other food like shrimp are discouraged from eating ants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, not all ants are ideal for consumption. Some ants have stingers and may just happen to sting you as you try to eat them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ever do try them, limit yourself to the commonly eaten ants discussed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Questions\"><\/span>Related Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Incredible Edible Ants!!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DINsn7dEcsg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Eat_Ants_for_Survival\"><\/span>Can You Eat Ants for Survival?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can eat ants for survival. In fact,\u00a0a 62-year-old grandfather managed to <strong>survive the dry Australian wilderness by eating ants<\/strong>. He survived for six days sustaining himself on ants. This garnered him the nickname &#8220;Ant-Man&#8221;. He was also quoted saying that the ants he consumed tasted quite good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Safe_To_Eat_Ant_Infested_Food\"><\/span>Is It Safe To Eat Ant Infested Food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ants are clean insects, so it <strong>can be safe to eat ant-infested food<\/strong>. Again though, it\u2019s possible for ants to carry disease-causing pathogens. So, depending on where the ants have been, they may cause contamination.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be safe, I would not recommend eating ant-infested food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Keep_Ants_Away_From_Food\"><\/span>How Do I Keep Ants Away From Food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips to keep ants away from food:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clean up food spills and crumbs:<\/strong> Keep your kitchen clean and free of food debris. Wipe up spills immediately and sweep or vacuum crumbs from the floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Store food in airtight containers<\/strong>: Ants can detect food left out in the open. Store food in airtight containers or the refrigerator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Seal cracks and crevices:<\/strong> Ants can enter your home through small cracks and openings. Seal any gaps in walls, floors, or windows to prevent ants from entering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_Are_Ants_Edible\"><\/span>Summary: Are Ants Edible?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To summarize, yes ants are edible. They are eaten by many humans around the world as snacks and condiments. They are said to taste quite well and are packed with nutrients. They have the potential to be sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to meat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yes, ants are edible. They&#8217;re eaten by humans in many parts of the world. They taste good and provide a good amount of nutrients. They&#8217;ve been regarded as a superfood and a sustainable alternative to animal protein. 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