POINTS TO PONDER
Meat
broth or antacids?
Why
is chicken soup called the Jewish penicillin? Is it because chicken broth (including
meat and fish), provides rich nutrition from cartilage and marrow, and the minerals
in the bone?
In
addition the gelatin in broth has the unusual property of attracting digestive
juices to the surface of the cooked food particles making them easier to digest.
Gelatin has been shown to aid in the treatment of digestive disorders, including
hyperacidity, colitis and Chrohn's disease, and of chronic diseases such as aenemia,
diseases of the blood, diabetes, muscular dystrophy and even cancer.
Shark
and chicken cartilage supplements are used in the treatment of cancer and bone
disorders. Collagen is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other ailments. Research shows that
broth helps prevent and mitigate infectious diseases.
Broths
forms the basis for delicious sauces found at 5 star restaurants. Why not throw
away the MSG cubes and treat your family to a gastronomic delight?
HOW
TO MAKE BEEF BROTH
1 kg marrow and chuck bones.
Water
to cover the bones.
1/4 cup apple cider or wine vinegar.
Fry
the meaty bones for 5 minutes then add all the bones to a saucepan. Cover with
water and add the vinegar. Bring to a slow boil, scrap off any scum, reduce heat
and simmer for 12-72 hours. Strain the stock and cook down to about 1/4 of the
initial volume. Cool in the fridge, transfer to small containers and freeze. Use
to make sauces.
REFERENCES
Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon p116 and p122.
DISCLAIMER: This information
is for informational purposes only, and should not be used as a substitute for
appropriate care from a qualified health practitioner.
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