Benefit of Bone Broth
As the cooler months set in, bone broth is an excellent addition to your diet, offering a wealth of nutrients and vitamins. Rich in gelatine, bone broth supports collagen production. Collagen is a protein essential for joint health and maintaining skin elasticity, hydration, and overall health.
I have been loving starting my day with a cup of bone broth, before eating or drinking anything else. Consuming bone broth on an empty stomach may allow your body to more efficiently absorb its nutrients. It contains amino acids like glutamine, which supports gut health and can improve digestion. So, we really want to be absorbing these well! This can be especially helpful for those with gut issues. Bone broth gives the digestive system a gentle, healing boost before more complex foods are introduced.
Additionally, bone broth helps to stabilise blood sugar levels in the morning. Offering a balanced source of protein can prevent mid-morning energy crashes. Its amino acids also promote a sense of fullness, helping to curb hunger and reduce cravings. This makes bone broth an excellent choice for those looking to manage their appetite throughout the day.
Gelatine from bone broth can increase collagen synthesis. Collagen may help prevent joint issues like osteoarthritis and reduce the signs of aging. Remember that amino acid glutamine from earlier? Well the glutamine in gelatine can also improve gut health by supporting the intestinal barrier and potentially alleviating conditions like leaky gut syndrome. Additionally, the amino acids in bone broth have anti-inflammatory properties, promoting digestive system function and overall well-being.
A Chinese medicine perspective…
From a Chinese Medicine perspective, bone broth is considered a nourishing and warming food that supports digestive health and replenishes the body’s natural energy, or Qi. The stomach is viewed as a furnace, so warmth is vital to help the body to digest food effectively. Bone broths, being warm in nature, help maintain and enhance this digestive “fire,” making them easier on the system than cold foods, which require the body to expend energy to generate heat for digestion. By consuming warm, easily digestible foods like bone broth, the body conserves energy, promoting balance and supporting the healthy functioning of the digestive system and overall health throughout the colder months.
– Adriana
