Why Grass-Fed Grass-Finished Ingredients Matter in Your Bone Broth

We’ve all been there—standing in the grocery aisle, squinting at labels and proudly tossing gluten-free, keto-friendly, or organic products into our carts, even if we're not entirely sure what those terms mean. “Grass-fed” and “grass-finished” are certainly on the list of buzzwords people like to see, but 

Choosing grass-fed, grass-finished ingredients isn’t just a trend—it’s a choice that impacts the flavor, nutrition, and sustainability of the bone broth you enjoy. The difference in quality is something you can taste and feel. But what exactly does grass-fed, grass-finished mean, and why should it matter to you?

What Does Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Mean?

Grass-fed, grass-finished refers to how animals are raised and fed throughout their lives. “Grass-fed” means that the animals have eaten a natural diet of grass for most of their lives, rather than being fed grains like corn or soy. However, many animals that start on grass may be switched to grain-based diets later on to fatten them up quickly.

That’s where “grass-finished” comes in. Grass-finished animals stay on a grass diet right up until the time they’re harvested. This means they’ve never been fed grains, ensuring that their diet is as natural as possible from start to finish.

For bone broth, using grass-fed, grass-finished bones means you’re getting a product that comes from animals raised in the most natural, humane way. It’s a difference that impacts not only the taste and quality of the broth but also its nutritional benefits. Next, we’ll explore why these differences matter so much.

The Nutritional Benefits of Grass-Fed Meat

Grass-fed, grass-finished bone broth isn’t just for superior taste; it’s packed with nutritional benefits that set it apart from other options. When animals are raised on a diet of natural grass, the nutrients they consume are passed on to you through the bone broth.

According to this study, grass-fed, grass-finished meat is richer in essential fatty acids like Omega-3s. Here’s what a diet rich with these healthy fats can do:

• Support heart health
• Reduce inflammation
• Promote brain function. 

Choosing grass-fed, grass-finished bone broth is an investment in your health, offering a flavorful way to enjoy these extra nutritional benefits.

The Environmental and Ethical Benefits of Grass-Raised Animals

Choosing grass-fed, grass-finished bone broth isn’t just good for your body; it’s also better for the planet and aligns with ethical farming practices. 

• Environmental Benefits: Grass-fed, grass-finished farming practices promote healthier soil and help maintain natural ecosystems. These animals contribute to the land by grazing, which naturally fertilizes the soil and encourages plant growth. This method reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, leading to less pollution.
• Ethical Benefits: Grass-fed, grass-finished farming treats animals with more care and respect. These animals live in their natural environment, free from the stress and confinement of factory farming. They aren’t pumped with hormones or antibiotics, leading to a more humane and sustainable way of producing meat.

By choosing grass-fed, grass-finished bone broth, you’re supporting farming practices that are better for the Earth and kinder to animals. It’s a simple choice that makes a big difference, aligning your values with your dietary choices.

Why Denver Bone Broth Chooses Grass-Fed Grass-Finished Ingredients

At Denver Bone Broth, we’re committed to using only the highest quality ingredients, which is why we choose grass-fed, grass-finished cows and buffalo for our bone broth. This commitment to quality and ethical farming comes with higher costs, and that’s reflected in our pricing. We believe that what goes into our broth should reflect the values we stand for: quality, sustainability, and doing right by both the animals and the land. It's an investment in better health, better practices, and a better product.

Our partnerships with suppliers like Flying B Bar Ranch, Wild Idea Buffalo, and Stagecoach Meat Company are at the heart of this commitment. These ranches are dedicated to raising their animals on a diet of natural grass, allowing them to roam freely in open pastures. This approach not only ensures that the animals live healthy, stress-free lives but also means that the meat we use is richer in nutrients and free from unwanted additives.

By choosing grass-fed, grass-finished ingredients from these trusted partners, we can confidently offer a bone broth that is not only delicious and nutritious but also aligns with our values of supporting regenerative agriculture and caring for the environment. It’s a choice that makes every sip of our bone broth something you can feel good about.

Order our grass-fed, grass-finished Steakhouse Beef Bone Broth here.