Bone Broth Is Simple. But There’s a Right Way to Do It.
Bone broth has been consumed for thousands of years across virtually every food culture on earth — from Japanese dashi to French consommé to Korean seolleongtang. And yet, most people who start drinking it today have the same questions: How much should I drink? When? Warm or cold? With food or without?
This guide answers all of it.
How Much Bone Broth Should You Drink Per Day?
For general wellness and daily nourishment, one cup (250ml) per day is a solid starting point. For more targeted goals — gut healing, joint support, post-workout recovery, or a structured reset — two to three cups per day is where most people see meaningful results.
- Maintenance: 1 cup/day
- Active recovery or gut support: 2 cups/day
- 10-Day or 3-Week Reset protocol: 2–3 cups/day, ideally replacing one meal or snack
Our 10-Day Reset pack is designed around this rhythm — 10 bags over 10 days, one per day minimum, with guidance on how to build the habit.
When Is the Best Time to Drink Bone Broth?
Timing matters more than most people realize. Here’s how to think about it:
Morning (Fasted)
Drinking bone broth first thing in the morning — before coffee, before food — is one of the most effective ways to use it. Your gut is empty, absorption is maximized, and the glycine in broth helps ease your body into the day without spiking cortisol the way caffeine can. Think of it as a warm, savoury alternative to lemon water.
Best for this: Chicken Bone Broth (The Recovery Coach) — light, clean, and easy on an empty stomach.
Pre-Workout
The amino acids in bone broth — particularly glycine and proline — support connective tissue and help prime your joints before training. A cup 30–60 minutes before a workout is a low-effort performance habit.
Best for this: Beef Bone Broth (The Metabolic Booster) — richer in minerals and collagen precursors.
Post-Workout
After training, your body is primed to absorb protein and minerals. Bone broth delivers both in a highly bioavailable, easy-to-digest form — without the heaviness of a protein shake.
Best for this: Chicken Bone Broth or Veal Bone Broth (The Restoration Project).
Evening / Before Bed
Glycine is one of the most well-researched natural sleep aids. Studies show that 3g of glycine before bed — roughly the amount in one cup of quality bone broth — improves sleep quality, reduces time to fall asleep, and decreases daytime fatigue. A warm cup of broth 30 minutes before bed is one of the simplest sleep upgrades you can make.
Best for this: Turkey Bone Broth (The Sleeper Agent) — 15 years of science behind this one. The tryptophan content makes it the obvious choice for evening use.
Warm or Cold?
Always warm. Bone broth is best consumed at a temperature between 60–70°C — hot enough to be soothing, not so hot that it destroys heat-sensitive nutrients. Do not boil it. A gentle simmer or a few minutes in a small saucepan is all you need.
Cold bone broth (straight from the fridge) will be gelatinous — that’s a sign of high collagen content and is completely normal. It’s not a defect; it’s a feature.
What to Add (and What to Skip)
Bone broth is complete on its own, but a few additions can enhance the experience:
- Sea salt: A small pinch brings out the flavour and adds trace minerals.
- Fresh ginger or turmeric: Anti-inflammatory and warming — especially good in the morning.
- A squeeze of lemon: Brightens the flavour and adds vitamin C, which supports collagen synthesis.
- Chili flakes or black pepper: Boosts circulation and bioavailability of fat-soluble nutrients.
What to skip: sweeteners, dairy, and anything that will mask the natural depth of a well-made broth. If your broth needs to be masked, it’s not a good broth.
How Long Until You Feel a Difference?
Most people notice improved digestion and energy within 3–5 days of consistent daily use. Joint comfort and skin changes typically take 4–6 weeks of regular consumption. Sleep improvements from the glycine effect can be felt as soon as the first night.
Consistency matters more than quantity. One cup every day beats three cups once a week.
Ready to Start?
If you’re new to bone broth, our 4-Pack Sampler is the best place to begin — four broths, four use cases, one box. Find your favourite, then build your daily habit from there.
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