Bone Broth Benefits

Looking for little ways to make your holiday dinner better for you but don’t want to veer too far from tradition?  Subbing out an ingredient here or there could add nutrients without sacrificing flavor.  One such substitution—bone broth.  This might sound like a Halloween prank rather than an addition to your delectable Thanksgiving dinner, but don’t be fooled by the name! There are no bones in this broth; it was simply created by steeping them in hot water for several hours, releasing valuable nutrients.

Bone broth is high in minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorous.  Too many probiotics got your belly in a bind?  Or is your tummy just a little queasy from holiday foods in general?  Bone broth can help as it’s high in gelatin which is said to help seal up holes in the intestine.  This can help with several digestive issues (going too much, too little, or just having a type of food not really agree with you).  Your joints can also benefit from a good dose of glucosamine and collagen, which has other added benefits like helping your skin, hair and nails.   So, whether you’re looking for better holiday options, or a new beneficial beverage to sip on, bone broth just might be a perfect fit.