The Butcher’s Block

Wellness advice has never been more accessible, and overwhelming. Everywhere you look, someone is promoting a new protocol, diet, or product and using big buzzwords. One minute it’s inflammation, next it’s detox, then a reset, all promising to be the missing piece to your health. It feels impossible to keep up.

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But, at the center of all of it, we keep coming back to two big things: gut health and inflammation. These two things can show up in everyday life from energy levels to immune function. And while the big flashy solutions are packaged as complicated and restrictive routines, foundational support does not and should not be complicated.

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Bone broth is one of these foundational tools. Not because it is trendy, but because it is simple, nutrient dense, and has years of historical use behind it. It’s not a diet or a protocol, but a tool that can be used every single day to support your body’s wellness.

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What Makes Bone Broth Functional

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Bone broth is unique is how it’s made and how that process contributes to it’s nutritional profile. Through a slow simmering process, collagen is extracted from the bones and broken down into gelatin, along with a variety of other amino acids and minerals. These nutrients are then released into the liquid but, when done correctly, at room temperature they solidify again leaving you with that signature, bone broth jiggle.

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Collagen and gelatin are to thank for the mouthfeel that bone broth is known for, but they are not the only nutrients in the mix. Amino acids like glycine and glutamine, which are key players in digestion, gut lining health, and recovery, as well as minerals such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium which help support fluid balance, are also naturally found in bone broth.

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Bone broth is highlighted as a good source of protein but it’s important to understand the uniqueness of the proteins and where they come from. In products like Butcher’s Bone Broth, additional additives are not used thus, all the protein comes from collagen and amino acids. Because these are not considered “complete proteins”, the daily value percentage on the nutritional label is listed as 0%. That said, this does not mean there is no protein or nutritional value in the product, these proteins and amino acids play a large part in what makes bone broth a functional product.

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What makes bone broth special is how easy it is to use. No added powders, fillers, or capsules, bone broth is an easy every-day addition to be easily sipped on its own or used in cooking.

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Bone Broth and Gut Health

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There’s a reason everything keeps coming back to gut health. Your digestive system is the central pillar of health and wellness. It plays a role in everything from nutrition absorption, metabolism, immune function, hormonal health, cognitive function, and so much more.
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Bone broth is a great addition during periods of digestive sensitivity, think anything from tummy aches, sickness, to just feeling a little off. Instead of adding additional stress to the digestive system, it’s a warm, gentle option when the goal is comfort, not adding strain to your gut.
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The slightly gelatinous, easy to drink texture along with the nutrient density of bone broth are why bone broth is a go-to for many people when trying to simplify their diets, without going to extremes. Reinforce gut health as the central pillar of wellness (tie in immune function and gut microbiome).

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Role of Bone Broth Across Wellness Protocols

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We keep coming back to foundations and simplicity, and while different wellness “diets” differ in specifics, they tend to all focus on simple, nutrient dense foods that are easy to digest.
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Autoimmune Protocol (AIP)

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The AIP diet is highly restrictive by design in order to remove any possible autoimmune triggers. This makes consuming nutrient dense foods even more important. Bone broth fits within the guidelines and can be a huge aid when navigating the AIP diet both on its own and as a cooking tool.

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Low FODMAP

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Low FODMAP diets focus on reducing fermentable carbohydrates that are known to cause digestive discomfort for some people. A properly made bone brother like Butcher’s, that is made without added fillers, preservatives, and unnecessary ingredients, is great for adding nutrients in, without all that discomfort.

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Anti-Inflammatory

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Anti-inflammatory diets are in the spotlight right now, and for good reason. They highlight minimally processed, whole foods that are easier on the body to digest and cause less inflammation. Bone broth, when made right, is minimally processed, made from whole foods, and contains less preservatives and additives than the typical stocks and broths on the shelves.
While bone broth is not the center of any one diet, it is versatile and simple, it can be included as an easy addition in most wellness dietary patterns.

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General Wellness and “Reset” Periods

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Not everyone wants to or needs to follow a diet. But everyone knows the feeling where you need structure, simplicity, and comfort. Think after traveling, being sick, during times of high stress, etc. your body feels it just as much as your head does. During times like these, bone broth can be a great addition to nourish your body, without adding additional stress to it.

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Practical Applications

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Bone broth has a big advantage in that it is flexible and versatile. It can be used in a variety of ways such as being sipped on its own, as a light, post workout protein source, during digestive flares, and even in replacement of other liquids when cooking things like grains, soups, or sauces to add extra nutrients in.

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Bone broths like Butcher’s Bone Broth, that are allium free and free of the top nine allergens make it even easier to incorporate into your diet. Simple, minimal ingredients make it easier to digest and easier to fit into your dietary plan!

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What to Look for in a Quality Bone Broth

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Not all bone broths are made equally, the quality of your bone broth and how it is prepared is key in the benefits your body with receive. Important things to look for in bone broth are:
* Minimal ingredients - shorter ingredient lists mean fewer additives and a simpler product (this usually means no preservatives so head to the refrigerated section)
* Traditional preparation methods – a slow simmering process lets the collagen and nutrients extract slowly rather than being hit with heat
* Chilled texture – A simple and well-made bone broth with
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Butcher’s Bone Broth emphasizes these principles with a product that is traditionally made and uses simple ingredients to fit in everyone’s lifestyle.

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References:
https://healthieru.unl.edu/news/power-single-ingredient-foods/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9559824/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7589951/
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/anti-inflammatory-diet
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11755016/
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/fodmap-diet-what-you-need-to%20know#:~:text=When%20people%20say%20“FODMAP%20diet,and%20which%20foods%20reduce%20symptoms

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