Learn about melted collagen and its many benefits.
What Is Melted Collagen In Bone Broth?
Melted collagen is a substance that forms when you simmer bones for a long period of time. Collagen is a protein that’s found in bones, tendons, and skin. When the bones are cooked, the collagen breaks down and mixes with the liquid to create a gel-like substance called melted collagen.
In our Bone Broth class with instructor Sally Fallon Morell, she emphasizes the importance of collagen in our bodies and how bone broth can help us maintain and nourish it. Sally explains, collagen is a key protein found in our bones, digestive system, intestines, skin, and eyes. In fact, we actually have more collagen than muscle in our bodies. During the class, Sally also highlights the many other health benefits that come with bone broth. For example, it can help relieve an upset stomach and improve digestion.
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What are the Health Benefits of Melted Collagen?
Melted collagen has many health benefits. It can help with joint pain and stiffness, keep your skin elastic and hydrated, support your gut health, and even boost your immune system by producing more white blood cells. Collagen is an essential nutrient for maintaining healthy skin, hair, nails, and joints. Additionally, it contains glycine, which supports liver function and helps the body produce glutathione. Glutathione is an antioxidant that protects cells from damage. Furthermore, collagen is a rich source of proline and hydroxyproline, which are necessary for the production of cartilage, the connective tissue that cushions joints and supports the structure of the body.
How Do I Get the Most Collagen Out of My Bones?
Here are some tips on how to get the most melted collagen from your bone broth:
- Use bones with lots of connective tissue: The more connective tissue, the more collagen you’ll get from your broth. Look for bones that contain joints, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments, such as chicken feet and beef knuckles.
- Simmer for a long time. Collagen takes time to break down into gelatin, the substance that gives bone broth its thick, rich texture. Simmer your bones for at least 12 hours to get the most melted collagen.
- Add an acidic ingredient: Acid helps to extract collagen from the bones. Add a splash of apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, or another acidic ingredient to your bone broth while it simmers.
If you’re looking to make a delicious and nutritious bone broth, that’s packed with melted collagen, then these tips are for you! With a little bit of time and effort, you can create a warm and comforting drink that’s perfect for any occasion. Plus, you can use it as a base for soups, stews, and other dishes to add a rich and savory flavor to your meals. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy all the benefits of homemade bone broth.
