Can Bone Broth Support Gut Health?

Whether you’re hearing about bone broth for the first time or you’re a bone broth expert, chances are you’ve heard about the gut health connotations associated with bone broth. The short answer to this age old question of whether bone broth supports the gut – yes, absolutely bone broth can help overall gut health! We’ll show you exactly how our bone broths do this, how to use bone broth, and some other tips for getting the most out of your bone broth.

Can Bone Broth Help Build Better Gut Health?

Yes, bone broth can help build better gut health. It does this by providing essential amino acids that are found in collagen protein. Nutra Organics has a wide range of bone broths available, from chicken and beef bone broth concentrates, and powdered options in beef, chicken and vegetable broth to cater for everyone. Our bone broth concentrates have a higher percentage of collagen protein and are a stronger flavour that works well for cooking, whereas our bone broth powders are a more subtle flavour that works well for a nutritional cup of broth, as well as being a handy shelf-stable version for travelling, on-the-go, or sprinkled into salads, dips and gravies.

 

Why Is Bone Broth Good for the Digestive System?

So we know that the collagen protein found in bone broth is beneficial for gut wellbeing, but why? We’re so glad you asked. Collagen protein in our bone broth range contains the amino acid L-glutamine. The amino acid L-glutamine feeds the cells lining the gut, helping them to create a strong surface and healthy lining and therefore a more supported gut for overall gut wellbeing. A healthy gut impacts many areas of whole body health, like skin health, mood, sleep and immunity, just to name a few. Let’s take a closer look at some of the amazing properties of our bone broths.

Rich in collagen

Our bone broth concentrates contain around 40% collagen protein, Australian grass fed beef bones and wholefood zinc for extra gut nourishment. Various studies on collagen protein have shown a reduction in digestive symptoms like bloating, as well as an increase in bowel movements in those who did not report regular bowel movements beforehand. Keep in mind that our vegetable broth versions don’t contain collagen protein, however our vegetable broths are still packed with loads of nutrition that is beneficial for gut wellbeing.

Amino acids

Along with glutamine, collagen also contains amino acids like glycine and proline, which help strengthen the gut lining. Amino acids are great for the small intestine and are required for stimulating intestinal protein synthesis and cell growth. This in turn helps in supporting the gut in regulating the gut microbiome and supporting a healthy gut lining.

Packed with nutrients

Our bone broths contain extra wholefood nutrients for added flavour and wellbeing benefits. For example, our Beef Bone Broth Concentrate Turmeric Ginger contains apple cider vinegar, which is great for naturally enhancing the extraction of collagen and other nutritious elements from the bone. This ensures that our bone broth contains all the possible benefits for gut health, and therefore all the roll-on effects that improving gut health brings.

 

Easy on the stomach

Bone broth doesn’t contain any gut irritants or harsh ingredients that are known to upset the stomach. In fact, it’s quite the opposite — the collagen protein soothes and supports a healthy gut. This also makes bone broth a family-friendly option for the whole family to enjoy.

How to Use Bone Broth

You’re probably wondering how to use bone broth for gut health right about now… well, one thing is for sure, implementing bone broth into your diet with Nutra Organics Bone Broths will never be boring!

Step 1. Choose your flavour — this is the fun part! Choose from our wide range of delicious flavours to hero in your cooking or to have on its own.

 

Next, you may want to either follow a recipe if you’re putting bone broth in your meals. If you’re having it on its own, simply add to boiling water. Bone broth can be consumed year-round as a hot cup of nutritional broth, on salads or eggs, or inside a meal with some of our bone broth recipes using our versatile range. Cooking with our bone broths is a tasty way for you and your entire household to improve gut health.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Bone Broth

Here’s a few bonus tips for you to get the most out of your bone broth:

• Try bone broth in the morning — bone broth first thing in the morning is something your gut will most definitely thank you for.
• Switch out your stock for bone broth for a more nutritious alternative.
• Switch to bone broth instead of heavily processed seasoning for extra nutrition and natural flavour.
• Try bone broth for some extra workout support; some studies have shown that ingesting a good quality bone broth before and after exercise can enhance performance and speed up the recovery process.

Bone Broth and Gut Health FAQs

Of all the frequently asked questions, we’re almost certain we hear the most about bone broths, so let’s remedy that!

How do you drink bone broth for gut healing?

Drink bone broth in hot water if you are looking to support your gut in healing. You can also have bone broth in meals — there is no difference to the effect of bone broth whether you drink it or have it in your meals.

What does drinking bone broth on an empty stomach do?

Drinking bone broth on an empty stomach is a great way to get your bone broth benefits. Feeding your gut with bone broth first thing in the morning will have a soothing effect.

Is bone broth powder as good as liquid?

Yes, drinking bone broth powder is as good as liquid as they both have the same benefits. However, some bone broth concentrates may contain higher levels of collagen protein, and therefore you may receive a higher dose of the nutrients found in the collagen protein per serve.

How long does bone broth take to work?

Bone broth will affect everyone differently. Most people note a difference in how they feel after 2–3 days of using bone broth daily.

 

Try Nutra Organics Bone Broths for yourself and experience the flavour and nutritional benefits for your gut wellbeing. Choose from our wide range of bone broth powders, concentrates and vegetable broth options to hero in your meals or to have as a nutritional cup of broth that your gut will love you for.