Type 2 Diabetes-Managing Bone Broth with Cinnamon and Berberine
This bone broth recipe is a powerhouse of flavor and nutrients, perfect for managing Type 2 Diabetes. The combination of bone broth, cinnamon, and berberine has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, reduce blood sugar levels, and fight inflammation. Plus, it's easy to make and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.
Bone broth has been used for centuries as a healing food. It's rich in collagen, which is essential for healthy joints, skin, and hair. It's also a good source of glycine, an amino acid that has been shown to improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety. Cinnamon is a spice that has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improving insulin sensitivity and reducing blood sugar levels. Berberine is a compound found in a variety of plants, including turmeric and goldenseal. It has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improving insulin sensitivity, reducing blood sugar levels, and fighting inflammation.
Type 2 Diabetes-Managing Bone Broth with Cinnamon and Berberine Type 2 Diabetes-Managing Bone Broth with Cinnamon and Berberine Type 2 Diabetes-Managing Bone Broth with Cinnamon and Berberine Type 2 Diabetes-Managing Bone Broth with Cinnamon and Berberine
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 4 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon berberine extract
Instructions
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large pot or Dutch oven and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours.
  2. Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, oregano, thyme, cinnamon, and berberine to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours more.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Remove the meat from the bones and discard the bones.
  4. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot. Discard the vegetables.
  5. Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour more to reduce it.
  6. Let the broth cool slightly, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  7. To serve, heat the broth in a small saucepan over medium heat until it is warmed through.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of bone broth, cinnamon, and berberine has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, reduce blood sugar levels, and fight inflammation.
  • Bone broth is a good source of collagen, which is essential for healthy joints, skin, and hair.
  • Bone broth is also a good source of glycine, an amino acid that has been shown to improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety.
  • Cinnamon is a spice that has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improving insulin sensitivity and reducing blood sugar levels.
  • Berberine is a compound found in a variety of plants, including turmeric and goldenseal. It has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improving insulin sensitivity, reducing blood sugar levels, and fighting inflammation.