Is Bone Broth Good for Gut Health?

🧬 Why Bone Broth Helps the Gut

Bone broth is packed with collagen, gelatin, amino acids (like glycine and glutamine), and minerals. These nutrients are like building blocks for the gut lining.

If you’ve got something like leaky gut, IBS, food sensitivities, or just general inflammation, these compounds help:

 

• • Repair the intestinal lining

• • Support the mucus layer (which protects the gut wall)

• • Calm down inflammation

• • Promote smoother digestion

And bonus? It’s easy to digest—perfect when your system needs a break.

✋ But Bone Broth Isn’t for Everyone

Let’s pause here, because this part is important.

If you have histamine intolerance, MCAS, or react to long-cooked foods, bone broth might not feel good—at least not right away. Some people get headaches, hives, anxiety, or fatigue from the histamine that builds up in slow-simmered broths.

That doesn’t mean bone broth is “bad”—it just means your body needs a different starting point.

This is why I’m all about personalized gut healing. Your path doesn’t have to look like someone else’s.

🥣 How to Use Bone Broth for Gut Health

If you’re curious and ready to give it a try, here’s how to start gently:

 

1. Sip It Plain

Start with ½ cup warm broth on an empty stomach or between meals. Think of it as a healing tonic, not just food.

 

2. Add It to Soups or Stews

Cooking with bone broth is a great way to sneak gut-supportive nutrients into your meals without having to “drink” it.

 

3. Make Sure It’s High-Quality

Look for broth that’s slow-simmered (ideally 18–24 hours), organic, and free of weird additives. You can make your own or buy from brands that focus on clean, whole ingredients.

 

4. Watch for Reactions

If you feel off after drinking it—flush, itchy, headachy, anxious—it could be histamine. Try smaller amounts, or look into low-histamine broths or gut-healing alternatives.

 

5. Make Bone Broth Hot Chocolate (A Cozy, Gut-Healing Drink!)

 

• If you want a twist on the usual, try making a bone broth hot chocolate. This is a warm, comforting way to enjoy the gut-healing benefits of bone broth and indulge in something cozy.

Bone Broth Hot Chocolate Recipe:

 

• • Ingredients:
    

 

• • • 1 cup bone broth (preferably chicken or beef)

• • • 1–2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)

• • • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or ghee (for extra richness)

• • • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)

• • A pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract (for extra flavor)

Instructions:

 

1. 1. In a small saucepan, heat the bone broth over medium-low heat until it’s warm but not boiling.

1. 1. Stir in the cocoa powder, coconut oil (or ghee), and your sweetener of choice until smooth.

1. 1. Add a pinch of cinnamon or a drop of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.

1. 1. Whisk it all together until the mixture is creamy and well-combined.

1. Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy this rich, comforting, gut-healing treat!

This bone broth hot chocolate is a great way to combine the gut-healing benefits of bone broth with a delicious, soothing drink. Perfect for the colder months or whenever you need something grounding and nourishing!

🧡 My Thoughts

Bone broth isn’t a cure-all—but it is a deeply nourishing food. I’ve seen it make a meaningful difference for clients dealing with sluggish digestion, chronic bloating, gut healing, and recovery after antibiotics. While it’s not a magic fix, its soothing properties and rich nutrient profile can be a powerful support in the healing process.

It’s warm, grounding, and simple—three things our bodies crave when we’re healing.

So is it good for gut health? Yes.
Is it the right next step for you? That’s the real question—and I’d love to help you figure that out.