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13. Cicadas Used As Diuretics



Cicadas ate the biblical Egyptians out of house and home. Somewhere along the line, humans got hip and starting eating the cicadas instead... leading to the discovery that they can cure urinary tract infections. All across the land, the people finally rejoiced that it no longer burned when they eliminated fluids.

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14. Silk Moth to Treat Heart Disease



Silkworms are good for more than cloud soft dress items; they’re also a source of a curious biochemical known as Serratia E15. For silkworms, Serratia E15 helps them transition from slithering abominations into semi-graceful moths by dissolving their cocoons. For men, it helps prevent heart disease through some undocumented process.

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15. Insects as Food Supplements



If you’re not a big fan of Brussels sprouts or broccoli, insects are definitely the way to go. They’re rich in vitamins and nutrients. Plus, until you’ve experience the crunch of a roasted termite (iron) or the squish of silkworm moth larvae (copper, iron, thiamine, zinc, riboflavin) you simply haven’t lived!