24/07/2022
Health Benefits of Bone Marrow
Humans have been enjoying delicious and nutritious animal bone marrow for centuries. It has a sweet, rich taste and a hearty texture, and is used mostly to flavor broths and soups. Recently, it has become a main course item at gourmet restaurants around the world.
A spongy tissue found in the center of bones, the marrow is mostly concentrated in the spine, hip, and thigh bones. Its stem cells produce red and white blood cells. These cells move oxygen throughout the bloodstream, assisting with tasks like blood clotting.
Health Benefits
As bone marrow has gained popularity in top kitchens around the world, scientists and doctors have begun to take a closer look at the following health benefits it presents:
Lower Risk of Weight-related Diseases
One study showed that the fat tissue in bone marrow contains a hormone called adiponectin. This hormone helps break down fats. It can maintain insulin sensitivity, and it has been linked to lower risk of diabetes, cardiovascular (heart) disease, and other obesity-associated cancers.
High levels of adiponectin are directly linked to a decreased risk of getting diabetes and other cardiovascular diseases. The study found that people who were overweight tended to have lower levels of adiponectin, but levels of the hormone rose as they shed pounds.
Maintains Skin, Bone, and Joint Health
Bone marrow is full of collagen, which improves the health and strength of bones and skin.
It is also rich in glucosamine, a compound that helps against osteoarthritis, relieves joint pain, and reduces inflammation in the joints.
