According to naturopath experts at Have Lock Healing, “although perhaps an unconventional choice in the West, silkworms are able to help reduce fatigue, prevent Alzheimer’s disease, minimises the occurrence of diabetes, and even helps keep muscles stronger.”
The protein and amino acids coming from the silkworm pupae are significantly higher as compared to soybeans.
Other than being high in protein, the silkworm pupae are also rich in vitamins and minerals, which is probably why this is also popular for its medicinal use.