Bone broth is the most natural source of collagen, extracted by simmering collagen-rich bones and joints into a liquid that’s easy to consume and digest. Collagen is a type of protein that our body naturally produces and which we produce less of as we get older. It’s the glue, if you like, that holds our body together, strengthening and supporting our joints, helping our skin to retain its youthful elasticity, and helping build our gut lining, among many other benefits.

Bone broth is a great natural source of collagen. It’s also rich in protein and amino acids. These provide a wide range of health benefits, from supporting gut health to helping improve joint pain. Also, many of our customers report that it’s helped make their skin more firm and hydrated, and strengthened their hair and nails. Unlike collagen supplements, bone broth also contains hydrating electrolytes, vitamins and minerals.In terms of bioavailability (absorption) of the collagen, our collagen is not processed like a collagen supplement (for example, a peptide or a hydrolyzed collagen), which makes the particle sizes smaller and therefore easier to digest. However, this does not necessarily mean these collagen supplements are better absorbed. Also, collagen supplements are highly processed and often treated with enzymes, solvents and acids in order to make them into peptides. We have seen a body of research that demonstrates that collagen from bone broth in its most natural form is the best for bioavailability.

There are many peer-reviewed studies that show orally ingesting collagen can benefit your skin, but creams and lotions don’t, due to the higher molecular weight of the particle sizes.It’s certainly always a good idea to seek medical advice around safe collagen doses. If you take too much collagen, it can throw off the balance of amino acids in your body and cause side effects.We have tested our bone broths for collagen levels. The max you can get from our bone broths is our 500ml carton of beef, which contains 18g of collagen. This is a good idea if you want to monitor the amount you take.

We want to stress that we’re not medical professionals and it’s always better to seek advice from your doctor. However, in our experience, bone broth is safe and potentially beneficial to drink or eat during pregnancy. Bone broth is nutrient-dense, containing protein, amino acids like glycine and proline, minerals like calcium and magnesium, and collagen/ gelatin. These nutrients help support foetal development, bone health, skin health, digestion, immunity, and more for mother and baby.