How to eat earthworms: Analysis of hot spots on the Internet from curiosity to practicality
In the past 10 days, the discussion around "earthworms" has soared across the Internet. From environmental issues to exotic food, and even medical research, earthworms have unexpectedly become the focus. This article will combine recent hot topics and use structured data to present the eating methods, nutritional value and controversial points of earthworms to satisfy readers' curiosity and practical needs.
1. Statistics of hot topics related to earthworms across the Internet (last 10 days)

| Topic classification | keywords | heat index | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental protection and agriculture | Vermicomposting, soil remediation | 85 | Weibo, Zhihu |
| Food hunting | Fried earthworms, earthworm protein powder | 92 | Douyin, Bilibili |
| medical research | Earthworm enzyme anticoagulation, Chinese medicine Dilong | 78 | Xiaohongshu, scientific research website |
2. A complete list of ways to eat earthworms
According to food bloggers and traditional medicine, eating earthworms requires strict handling to avoid the risk of parasites. Here are the common ways:
| Processing steps | Specific operations | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Purify | Feed with clean water for 2-3 days to remove sediment from the body | Need frequent water changes |
| 2. Remove mucus | Scrub the surface with salt or flour | Avoid skin allergies |
| 3. Cooking method | Frying, drying, stewing | Thorough high temperature sterilization |
3. Nutritional value and controversy of earthworms
Earthworms are known as the "protein bank in the soil", but their consumption still has polarizing opinions:
| Nutritional information (per 100g) | Content | Disputed points |
|---|---|---|
| protein | 60-70g | May contain heavy metals |
| amino acids | 18 types (including 8 required types) | Taste fishy |
| trace elements | Iron, zinc, selenium | Sources need to be carefully screened |
4. Expert advice and safety tips
1.Source safe: Avoid wild capture and give priority to artificially cultured food-grade earthworms;
2.allergy test: Consume a small amount for the first time and observe whether rash or gastrointestinal discomfort occurs;
3.Special groups: Pregnant women, children and people with low immunity are not recommended to try.
Conclusion: Although the consumption of earthworms is a niche topic, it reflects people's exploration of sustainable food and extreme environments. A rational look at its value and risks may provide new ideas for future food.
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