Health benefits of quality bone broth:
The gelatin that results from the collagen in the bones, joints and connective tissue of a healthy animal has a wealth of value to the human body. Studies show that gelatin supports a healthy liver and gut[1], alleviates rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis[2] and other degenerative joint diseases[3] while supporting a healthy musculoskeletal system[4]. The gelatin abundant in a quality broth has been shown to reduce and alleviate allergic symptoms, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and respiratory ailments in infants relying on formula[5] and in adults suffering from Celiac disease[6] and other food allergies and sensitivities[7]. Glycine, an amino acid very present in gelatin, aids digestion[8] and repairs gastrointestinal disorders[9]. Glycine is essential to the healthy growth of young children and a growing fetus and to women during pregnancy[10][11] [12].
Uses for bone broth:
Don't worry, this jiggly mass heats to a delicious, silky liquid! Broth can be enjoyed straight out of a mug just like coffee or tea. It makes a great base for soups, stews and sauces and can be used in place of water for cooking grains and vegetables.
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[3] Oesser, S, et al. Oral administration of (14) C labeled gelatin hydrolysate leads to an accumulation of radioactivity in cartilage of mice (C57/BL), Journal of Nutrition, 1999, 10, 1891-1895.
[4] Oesser.
[5] Gotthoffer, NR, Gelatin in Nutrition and Medicine (Graylake IL, Grayslake Gelatin Company, 1945), p. 10-11
[6] Gotthoffer, p. 66.
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[9] Wald.
[10] Jackson, et al.
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[12] Persuad, C et al. The excretion of 5-oxyproline in urine, as an index of Glycine status during normal pregnancy, British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 1989, 96, 440-444.