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Today we are going to discuss a food that does not seem very appealing just by looking at it, chicken feet. However, looks are deceiving. These modest little legs are crammed with unexpected health bonuses.
After reading about their benefits to your body, you may even catch yourself throwing some of them into your next broth or soup!
Not Just Scraps -They are Nutrition Gold
Chicken feet contain a lot of collagen, minerals, and amino acids. They are important nutrients in:
Joint health
Skin elasticity
Healthy bones and nails
A healthy intestinal system
They also contain lots of iron that is used to create red blood cells and carry oxygen in your body.
12 Healthy Human Powers of Chicken Feet
The daily usage of chicken feet can do the following:
Increases collagen – Beneficial to the skin, joints and gums
Strengthens bones- Calcium and protein
Accelerates healing – Particularly following surgery or injury
boosts the immune system – Assists in combating colds and infections
Raises the count of platelets- Useful in the convalescence of viruses such as dengue
Aids
Combats signs of aging- Leaves skin more elastic and hydrated
Lowers blood pressure -Collagen helps in maintaining relaxed arteries
Relieves stress -It has glycine, a stress-relieving amino acid
Regulates hormones- Trace minerals aid in hormone manufacture
Maintains healthy gums and teeth – Tissues and blood vessels strengthened.
Perfect post-surgery – Light, easily digestible food
Preparing Them How
Not in the mood to eat the real feet? No problem. Simply make broth with them.
Easy broth instructions:
To a pot, add 4-6 feet
Add onion, garlic and herbs
Cook at a simmer 4 – 6 hours
Strain
It is a method that extracts all the nutrients and gives you a comforting collagen-rich broth that you can consume as is or add into soups, rice, or sauces.
Quick Tips
Many feet = bitter taste – 4-6 feet in each pot is sufficient
Want to cook something for one? Just use 2 feet
Squeamish? filter the broth and do not consume the feet
Freeze leftovers-Put broth cubes in soups, stews, etc. to add quick flavor and nutritional lift
Chicken feet are not the most glamorous food, but it is a nutrition powerhouse. And since the benefits include joint support and glowing skin, there is no reason not to give them a try.
Start simple. Have a little sample of broth. Your body may reward you in forms you did not imagine.
