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2025-01-17 12:55:17 UTC - HELPFUL
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Humans possess the enzyme acidic mammalian chitinase (AMCase) in their stomachs that can break down chitin: https://factcheck.afp.com/doc.afp.com.32GB9GE https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/immune-response-eating-chitin-linked-better-health Even if chitin isn't fully digested, it acts similar to cellulose (plant fiber) - passing through our system while providing beneficial effects as dietary fiber: https://cedmohub.eu/posts-mislead-on-human-consumption-of-insects/ https://www.reddit.com/r/askscience/comments/1m2p32/can_humans_digest_chitin/?rdt=59741
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