Thus,claims of its nutritional benefitsshould be vetted by a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
Minerals
Bone broth has been largely touted for being a source of important minerals.
Even small amounts of these minerals can count toward your daily mineral makeup of a varied and balanced diet.
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For example, glutaminean amino acid found in bone brothcontributes to gut health.
More research is needed to determine whether bone broth provides enough glutamine to benefit gut health.
Glutamine and Gut Health
Glutamine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning your body already produces it.
Gelatin contains the amino acids proline and glycine, which your body uses to build connective tissue.
Maintaining connective tissue is important for healthy joints and preventing arthritis and joint pain.
Can drinking bone broth help you lose weight?
Bone broth’s low-calorie but high-protein content can make it seem like a weight-loss tool.
Yet there is limited to no scientific evidence that bone broth promotes weight loss.
Yet bone broth can be a good source of protein when consumed as part of a varied diet.
Read the nutrition facts label of bone broth to know the exact nutritional breakdown.
This recipe makes 6 to 8 cups of bone broth.
How much bone broth can you drink per day?
Research is limited on the daily consumption of bone broth for health reasons.
Summary
Bone broth has gained popularity as a nutrient-rich beverage with many health benefits.
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