Broth of Life: Bone Broth as it was meant to be
Making your own bone broth is often a step too far for many. It is indeed a long process and finding quality ingredients is not always easy or practical. Pure bone broth from the Australian family business Broth of Life is a godsend for anyone who wants to enjoy the flavour and health benefits of an authentic, high-quality bone broth. Only pasture-raised chickens and grass-fed pasture cattle that are naturally kept are involved in the preparation of this product. The bones are slowly pulled with pure water, vegetables and apple vinegar, which optimally preserves the taste and nutritional value. The powder can be dissolved in boiling water, but can also be used in sauces, stews and meals, just as you use herbs in your food.
The Ancient Secret of Bone Broth
Archaeological discoveries have shown that Ice-Age hunters and gatherers used pots to boil fish and carcasses. Discoveries have been made all over the world that show that our ancestors have been making broth from freshly caught animal food sources since the dawn of humanity. Hunters instinctively knew the nourishing power of animal bones and organs. Bone broth also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and sulphur, indeed in forms that the body can absorb well (electrolytes). Bone broth also contains the important amino acids glycine and proline. Finally, collagen is one of the most important components of a good bone broth. Through the long simmering, collagen is converted into the easily absorbable gelatin, a gel-like substance. Taking a small amount of bone broth every day can make a big difference.
The importance of collagen for our body
Collagen makes up 25% to 35% of the total protein content in our body. The important protein consists of amino acids and peptides, which our cells use as building blocks to produce the large collagen triple helix structure. This special structure ensures strong, flexible fibers in our body. From the age of 25, the body's own collagen production decreases and it is important to provide our body with sufficient collagen through, for example, food.
There are different types of collagen. Type I, II and III are the most important. Over 90% of collagen in our body consists of type I, which is found in the skin, hair, nails, tendons, ligaments and bones. Collagen type II is mainly found in joints, ribs, nose, larynx and intervertebral discs. Type III, finally, is also common in the skin and blood vessels. Bovine collagen is the most commonly used source for collagen supplements, consisting mainly of collagen types I and III.
Eating from nose to tail
Since time immemorial, traditional civilizations and indigenous peoples, including those of ancient China, have eaten animal organs. Traditional healers knew that eating healthy animal organs has effects on the same organs in the human body. For example, bone broth is rich in collagen, which is found in animal bones and connective tissues. Nowadays, as a result of prosperity and abundance, the nose-to-tail principle of eating is largely forgotten. We hardly consume animal bones and organs anymore and therefore also miss the nutrients present in them. Fortunately, there has lately been a revival of this ancestral way of life and of evolutionary eating: organ therapy is back. After all, it fits in with an ethical, sustainable and healthy way of life to use animals in their entirety for consumption.
FODMAD-Friendly, Gluten-Free and Paleo
Different types of bone broth based on grass-fed cattle and pasture chickens are on offer. In addition to the 'normal' bone broth, Broth of Life also offers a herb-free and a FODMAP-friendly bone broth. FODMAP stands for a low-carb diet and is particularly suitable for people highly or hypersensitive to certain herbs. Broth of Life bone broth, finally, also readily fits into a Paleo diet and is gluten-free.
