This go-to "sick" food is more than just a good thing to drink when you have a runny nose.

Comforting, nutrient-rich, and packed with health benefits, homemade bone broth has become a wellness essential.

Broth reflects the culinary traditions across the globe and is one of those dishes that warms the body and soul. From Italian soup bursting with aromatic herbs to homemade bone broth that adapts to any recipe, broth can be made ahead, frozen, and reheated. 

Here's everything you need to know about making your own bone broth. 

Health Benefits of Bone Broth: Why It's Good For You

The resurgence of bone broth is more about returning to our roots than simply following a trend. It's history is intertwined with the history of cooking itself—preparing broth is about getting back to basics: time, warmth, and flavour. This simple dish is as delicious as it is healing.

Bone broth is also gluten- and lactose-free, making it suitable for most diets and even tolerated by those with sensitive digestive systems. It can, of course, be enjoyed on its own, but nutrient-rich bone broth can also be used as a base for cooking risotto, pasta, or poaching a fish fillet.

Bone broth is a natural source of collagen

While collagen has become the new darling of dietary supplements (after protein-enriched products, that is), its most natural version has always been simmering... in our pots! In the book, "Broths of Well Being," naturopath Jennifer Hart-Smith details the many benefits of broth through comforting and simple-to-make recipes.

She points out that by simmering your pot of broth for 12-24 hours, the bones release their minerals, collagen, and a precious molecule: glucosamine-chondroitin, known for its beneficial effects on joints and bone health. The naturopath particularly advises pregnant women or those who have recently given birth to consume bone broth frequently, as collagen helps accelerate the repair of tissues damaged during childbirth (cesarean section, episiotomy, tears) and supports joints.

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