Bone Broth Benefits for Hepatitis C 

We all remember hearing that chicken soup could cure the common cold. In recent years, new research is proving what grandma knew all along: it’s just good for you. When you don’t feel good, and are hungry, it can be frustrating. I became afraid of food when I was super sick. Bone broth benefits hepatitis C management in many ways, and became a lifesaver for me over the years when nothing else sounded good.

Bone broth benefits with hep C

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Protein

One of the things we need with liver problems is a good daily amount of healthy protein. Without it, our muscles begin to waste away and we become weak. The animo acids in bone broth can help repair muscles. This is necessary in order to maintain strength before, during, and after treatment. The gelatin is great for your body and helps you have stronger bones and joints too.

Anti-nausea

When nothing else will do because of a weak stomach or dealing with varices, bone broth can help. If it’s a rich broth, add some water and drink it slightly warm. Heating it helps the flavor to please your taste buds, and it is also closer to your own body’s natural temperature. You may even want to crush a lower sodium cracker in it. I’ve even just dipped the cracker and let the broth dissolve in my mouth after an endoscopy or banding.

Inflammation fighter

Bone broth is full of animo acids which can help to keep your body calmed down. We already had enough years of inflammatory liver disease, and want to eat anything that can relieve the symptoms.

Hydration

When you're not eating well, or enough food, it’s easy to become dehydrated. Drinking water is great, but your body is craving some substance. Bone broth, especially when there are added vegetables, adds carbohydrates and balances your electrolytes.

Blood Sugar Support

Many with hepatitis C need support for insulin production. When your body gets out of whack, your sugar levels can go up and down. Maintaining regularity with your meals and keeping protein in your blood stream can help.

How to use bone broth

Bone broth can be purchased as a liquid, much like regular broth. There is less sodium, and by itself, it may not taste so great. However, it’s easy to spruce up and cook a cup of bone broth soup. You can easily chop up a few fresh vegetables, or throw in some frozen ones. I’ve shared my bone broth soup recipe to help you get started. By having some handy in the fridge, you can always heat up a cupful, and sip on it slowly during the hungriest times.

Which kind is best?

Sometimes you may want an easy chicken flavored soup, with potatoes and celery. On another occasion, you may want the flavor of beef with broccoli or peas. Adding some meat is also a good idea. Talk to your doctor about any special dietary needs you might have. Some people who are vegetarian, may even find that bone broth benefits with hepatitis C may help them with lagging energy. Bone broth became a big part of my diet when battling Hep C and cirrhosis. I hope this helps you find some strength and enjoy all the benefits of bone broth.