Is bone broth suitable during pregnancy?Updated a year ago

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.

Here is a summary of the key points:

• 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.

• The collagen and gelatin, in particular, may help improve skin elasticity to prevent stretch marks, and support postpartum healing. However, some research suggests bone broth may not be a reliable source of absorbable collagen.

• Bone broth can help reduce nausea and ease digestion issues that often come up in pregnancy thanks to the glycine, gelatin and easily absorbable nutrients.

• Drinking plenty of nourishing fluids like bone broth also helps pregnant women meet increased hydration needs.

• When choosing a bone broth, look for organic, non-GMO bones from pasture-raised or grass-fed animals, like our bone broths.

• Most sources recommend 1-3 cups of bone broth per day as a safe amount for pregnant women. As always, discuss any major dietary changes with your healthcare provider during pregnancy.

In summary, evidence shows bone broth is a healthy addition to a balanced diet in pregnancy, providing hydration, nutrients, and potential skin and digestion benefits for mums and babies. Homemade and organic varieties are likely optimal.

Please be mindful of the salt content of bone broth, and check with your doctor for the maximum daily intake. Our bone broth contains 0.6g of salt per 100g.