Although it’s not actually new, this “bone broth” in French is getting a lot of attention these days because it is also on sale by certain brands. Stars like Salma Hayek, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kourtney Kardashian and Kylie Jenner say they drink it every day. This would be one of their secrets to displaying smooth skin.
What is “bone broth”?
This bone broth is actually exactly what the name suggests: it uses animal carcasses like chicken, beef, fish or pork. When we simmer them, we extract collagen.
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This protein is essential for maintaining the structure and elasticity of the skin. Knowing that its production decreases as we age, it is always good to take it as a supplement.
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“Studies have proven that collagen treatment can have a positive impact on the skin. It can help improve its quality, particularly its elasticity, and slow down the signs of skin aging,” confirms Doctor Camille Le Quéré, nutritionist. However, the dose contained in homemade bone broths would not be high enough to have an impact, according to the specialist.
Those sold in stores could, however, be useful, containing on average between 6 and 10 grams of collagen. “Regular consumption of bone broth helps hydrate the skin thanks to its richness in minerals, magnesium and potassium,” continues Doctor Le Quéré. It could also help avoid stretch marks, during pregnancy for example.
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