Jan 2, 2020 · This article explains what cockroach milk is, including its possible benefits and drawbacks.

Dec 22, 2025 · Quick Take Cockroach milk provides about 32 grams of protein per glass, far exceeding cow’s milk’s eight grams. Producing a single glass requires 400 cockroaches, …

Dec 23, 2025 · Scientists say cockroach milk contains four times more protein than cow’s milk. Here’s how it works, its benefits, risks, and whether humans could ever drink it.

What is cockroach milk? A type of cockroach called Diploptera punctata is the only known cockroach species to give birth to live offspring. They pump out a type of “milk” or white liquid …

Mar 13, 2025 · According to new research, cockroach milk just might become the next superfood. Scientists said that the Pacific beetle cockroach produces a unique milky substance that …

Mar 20, 2025 · Cockroach milk, derived from the Pacific beetle cockroach, is emerging as a surprising superfood. Packed with essential amino acids, proteins, and good sugars, it offers …

Apr 28, 2025 · Extracting milk from individual cockroaches is impractical, and the safety of human consumption has not been conclusively established. While one researcher reportedly found …

Mar 16, 2025 · Cockroach milk is a protein-rich, crystallised substance produced by the cockroach species Diploptera punctata. Scientists have recently identified it as highly nutritious and …

Aug 19, 2025 · The mother cockroach produces this “milk” as a pale yellowish fluid to nourish her developing embryos inside a specialized brood sac. This fluid solidifies into crystalline …

Mar 7, 2025 · Despite its unconventional origin, cockroach milk is now being studied for its potential to provide valuable nutrients and could play a role in future food innovations. While …