Ingredient: Gelatine
It might not look like a star ingredient but in fact, gelatine (gelatin) is very good for you. Especially if you use grass-fed bovine gelatine. Gelatine is a cooked form of collagen, and we all know how good collagen is for our skin, hair and joints! It turns into a jelly-like substance when mixed with water and is often used to thicken foods like soups, broths, jelly sweets or marshmallows.
Gelatine in the form of aspic and consommé soup has also been used traditionally to soothe a sore tummy and to help with loose bowels. It can support the health of your digestive system by nourishing your gut lining and promoting gastric secretions.
Gelatine is also rich in amino acids which are the building block of protein. It is a source of antioxidants, which help protect our cells from damage and it is also an excellent source of calcium and magnesium. It contains the amino acid glycine which may help to regulate blood sugar levels and the neurological system. Glycine can also help your joints, providing the nutrients needed to make collagen. It also helps to keep your bones strong and supports muscle recovery and repair, making it a very useful addition to an active lifestyle.
All this and it’s almost tasteless, so it can easily be added into your daily routine. Pop some in a smoothie or hot drink, especially if your child does not like eating meat, as the neutral taste of gelatine can help to provide some of the missing nutrients.
