Crickets and Cuddles

Crickets and cuddles: I think that's the reason my kids keep growing like weeds. Touch, such as cuddles, is one of the stimulants of the Human Growth Hormone, and I have come to believe that cricket powder is a magical food (look up the benefits).

Until recently, because my family is very active, we used to cuddle a lot. As they began to grow right out of my arms, I began to need a more fulfilling food source to sustain them. The good Lord knows school lunches aren't going to get the job done.

I became interested in crickets when I was looking for clever ways to diversify our protein. There was a cooking show which used cricket flour. That show suggested I use it as the flour for cake– which did not turn out delicious.

However, I've discovered that I can mix it right into my kids' morning smoothies and oatmeal. It's a very quick and healthy ingredient to keep up with their growing bodies. If you're feeling brave, then try mixing it into your next smoothie.