
Why bone broth works while fasting
- Coach❤️Theah
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Low in calories (30–60 per cup, depending on richness)
Rich in minerals like sodium, potassium, magnesium
Provides collagen & amino acids (great for joints, skin, and gut lining)
Can curb hunger without spiking insulin much (great for gentle fasting)
Best Times to Have Bone Broth While Fasting
Mid-morning or late afternoon (when hunger hits hardest)
On extended fasts (24+ hrs) for electrolyte support
To ease into or out of a fast (especially with longer fasts)
Tips for Bone Broth Fasting
Aim for homemade or high-quality store-bought (organic, no additives)
1–2 cups/day is a great range if using it to support fasting
Warm it and sip slowly—it's soothing and grounding
Want a bone broth recipe, or suggestions for the best brands to buy (organic, clean ingredients)?
Coach❤️ Theah’s Signature Bone Broth
Ingredients:
2–3 lbs organic bones (chicken, beef, or mix—knuckle, marrow, neck, or feet are ideal)
1–2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (helps draw minerals from the bones)
1 onion, quartered (leave the peel for trace minerals)
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3–5 cloves garlic, smashed
A handful of parsley or other herbs (thyme, rosemary, bay leaf)
1–2 tsp Himalayan or sea salt
Filtered water to cover (about 12–16 cups)
Instructions:
Roast the bones (optional, but deepens flavor):Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes if using beef or chicken bones.
Fill a large pot or slow cooker with the bones and veggies.Add vinegar and water to cover everything by about an inch.
Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce to a low simmer.Skim off any foam that rises in the first 30 minutes.
Simmer gently:
Beef bones: 18–24 hours
Chicken bones: 12–18 hours
In a pressure cooker (Instant Pot): ~2 hours on high
Strain it well, discard solids, and pour into glass jars or containers.
Cool and refrigerate. It should become jelly-like when chilled (that’s the collagen magic!). Skim off any hardened fat if preferred.
Serving Tips (Fasting Support Style):
Warm gently and sip 1 cup in the morning or mid-fast.
Add a pinch of extra salt or turmeric if you need more electrolyte support.
You can freeze in portions for convenience.
Tips to Support Your Fast
Stay hydrated
Add salt to water if feeling lightheaded (especially on longer fasts)
Break your fast gently with protein + fat (e.g., eggs, bone broth, or yogurt)
👎What to Avoid While Fasting
Anything with calories (unless you're doing a modified fast)
Artificial sweeteners (they can trigger insulin for some people)
Chewing gum (even sugar-free can stimulate digestion)
Water 💧
Allowed:
Water (still or sparkling)
Electrolytes (without sweeteners or calories)
Mineral salt (e.g., a pinch of Himalayan salt in water)
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