WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT GELATIN MAY HURT YOU! 5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Gelatin is all the rage right now– and for GOOD reason, but there are some not-so-widely know facts I would like to share with you. If you’ve ever over-dosed on gummy bears or sweet and sour protein bites, you MAY already know what I’m about to talk about!
1) EATING TOO MUCH OR THE WRONG KIND FOR YOU CAN CAUSEDIGESTIVE UPSET—> CONSTIPATION, BLOATING & LACK OF APPETITE.
The primary amino acid- glycine in gelatin is needed in abundance to fuel detoxification in the liver, particularly phase 2. According to Peter Bennet in The 7 Day Detox Miracle Solution, “Glycine is a nonessendtial amino acid that the body uses for detoxification reactions in the liver.” Eating too much too quickly can overwhelm your body, and do more harm than good. Start with a small serving 1/2-1 tablespoon per day and slowly increase your dose every few weeks as tolerated. According to Ray Peat, PhD, gelatin can make up to about to 30% of total protein intake, so for the average person that is about 3-6 tablespoons per day (1 tablespoon is 6 grams of protein).
2) CHOOSE THE TYPE OF GELATIN THAT FITS YOUR DIGESTIVE ABILITIES.
This is what I’ve found works best with my clients:
- Strong digestion: regular gelatin, collagen hydrolysate & bone broth
- Weak digestion: collagen hydrolysate, bone broth
- Very weak digestion: bone broth
3) DISSOLVE IT.
Both gelatin and collagen hydrolysate should be properly dissolved in fluid. This is especially important for regular gelatin which is only hot water soluble.
4) EAT GELATIN WITH CARBOHYDRATES AND FAT FOR THE BEST DIGESTION.
Since gelatin is a protein, it’s important to eat it with carbohydrates and fats to stimulate strong digestive juices and allow the body the fuel to use the protein properly.
5) REGULAR GELATIN AND COLLAGEN HYDROLYSATE ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE.
They have a different chemical structure and serve different purposes in the kitchen. I get a lot of questions about substituting one type for another in recipes, and it’s not a good idea. This is why:
-Regular gelatin (red can) is hot water soluble, makes things gel, and is harder to digest. Only use this one in SMALL quantities like making a dessert or something that gels (gummies, etc).
-Collagen hydrolysate (green can) is cold water soluble, does not make things gel, and easier to digest than the regular. This makes it a good choice for using like a protein powder.
-Regular gelatin (red can) is hot water soluble, makes things gel, and is harder to digest. Only use this one in SMALL quantities like making a dessert or something that gels (gummies, etc).
-Collagen hydrolysate (green can) is cold water soluble, does not make things gel, and easier to digest than the regular. This makes it a good choice for using like a protein powder.
Using these tips can help you incorporate gelatin and collagen hydrolysate into your diet without the constipation, bloating, and digestive problems.
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