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Alison Bell
What is Organic Maltodextrin and Why Is It Bad?
Maltodextrin, a common food additive, is often perceived as harmless, especially when labeled as "organic." However, emerging research suggests that even organic maltodextrin may have adverse health implications. We know some of our competitors are certified organic and use tapioca maltodextrin as a filler. Find below why we will never put this processed food filler into our bone broth powder. What Is Organic Maltodextrin? Organic maltodextrin is a white powder derived from the enzymatic processing of organic starches, such as corn, rice, or potatoes. It's commonly used as a thickener, filler, or preservative in various processed foods, including sauces, salad...
Alison Bell
3-Day Gut Cleanse Detox!
Start the New Year with a fresh start! Our 3-Day Gut Cleanse Detox, featuring Broth of Life bone broth, is the perfect way to reset your system and boost your health. Bone broth is packed with nutrients and supports digestion, immunity, and overall wellness. Here’s a simple and delicious plan to follow: Daily Meal Plan Day 1 - 3 Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with sautéed spinach and a sprinkle of Broth of Life powder for added flavor and nutrients. Optional: A small handful of nuts or seeds for a healthy crunch. Mid-Morning Snack: A warm mug of Broth of Life bone...
Alison Bell
Everything you need to know about Tallow
I wanted to share this article from the Weston A Price foundation that explains the different types of rendered fats available, rendering processes available and how you can do it at home. In full transparency we also share our ingredients and process with you. We source nothing but fully grass fed start to finish certified organic suet. Suet is the fat found around the kidney of beef. We do not use any beef trim or general fat from the animal as this changes the nutritional benefits greatly, as outlined by Weston A Price foundation article below. If you are using tallow...
Alison Bell
Why Broth of Life Will Never Use Bovaer Fed Cattle
As the owner of Broth of Life, a certified organic bone broth company, I feel a deep responsibility to ensure that the products we create are not only nourishing but also ethically and sustainably sourced. Recently, I’ve come across a disturbing trend in the bone broth industry: the use of cattle fed with Bovaer. Let me be clear—there is absolutely no way we would ever incorporate Bovaer-fed cattle into our products. Here’s why. What is Bovaer? Bovaer is a synthetic feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions in cattle by inhibiting the enzyme that produces methane during digestion. At first glance,...