Chapul to launch world's first cricket snack bar
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So far, Chapul Bars come in two flavors: Chaco and Thai
Chapul Bars derive some of their protein from cricket powder
The creators of the Chapul Bar consider eating insects a way of conserving resources
High protein, low fat and cholesterol
Article Summary
After a successful Kickstarter campaign, a protein snack bar made from crickets is set for an August launch. Chapul claims its bar is the first in the world to use the ubiquitous summer chirpers as a source of protein. And they're not necessarily as gross as they sound.
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