Bone broth has become such a wellness staple in many homes, mine included. The bone broth diet has risen in popularity as well, along with other dietary approaches like intermittent fasting and the paleo diet.
I’ve researched and tried so many things in the wellness world, and a bone broth diet is no exception. If you’re considering one, here is a breakdown of what a bone broth diet is, along with benefits and potential drawbacks as well as a sample plan to follow.
As always, all health is personal and individual — work with your healthcare provider to find the right fit for you.
The 21-day bone broth diet was first popularized by Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, who wrote the book Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet. Since then, many other practitioners of the low-carb, paleo, and intermittent fasting mindsets have used or adapted the concept.
Because bone broth contains some nutrients, it’s not the same as fasting from all food.
One cup of bone broth contains:
In that nearly 9 grams of protein per cup, there are amino acids like glycine, lysine, proline, and glutamine. Proteins are the building blocks of life, and your body can use amino acids to rebuild and repair. More on specific health benefits of bone broth below.
No!
On Dr. Kellann’s plan, the idea is not that you only drink bone broth for 21 days. Instead, it’s a modified fasting plan in which you follow a strict paleo diet but, on six out of the 21 days, drink only bone broth.