Gelatin. I use it every day! In my coffee, in desserts, heck, I’ve even put it in my smoothies! But not all gelatin is created equal. As you already know, I’ve been consuming Vital Proteins products for about 3 years strong consistently – daily actually, and have reaped the health benefits. What are they?
• Helps tighten loose skin
• Helps improve cellulite
• Helps joint recovery
• Supports skin, hair and nail growth
• Improves digestion
• Is high in protein
• Promotes relaxation
…and my favorite, HELPS HEAL YOUR GUT!
Gut and Digestion
Gelatin helps improve the lining of the digestive tract, preventing leaky gut syndrome. The gut lining as one of the body’s most important lines of defense, since it keeps the good stuff in your digestive system (and the bad stuff out!) and prevents leakage into the bloodstream, which triggers inflammation.
I always make sure it’s grass-fed (like the kind I take from Vital Proteins). Be aware, other brands like Knox are sourced from pork! Real THIS POST as to why I avoid pork all together and how it can cause tons of health issues, especially for you gut!
There are so many ways to incorporate the health benefits of gelatin, so I’ve listed some of my favorite recipe below. Enjoy!
Coffee Blocks To Start Your Day!
2-Ingredient Caramel Squares!
4-Ingredient 3 Musketeers Bars
Homemade Healthy Bologna!
5-Ingredient NO Bake White Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake
Frothy Bullet Proof Matcha Latte
Frothy Carob Elixir (caffeine free!)
5-Ingredient (no bake) Samoa Cookies
Cookie Dough Cheesecake
Cauliflower Rice Sushi Burger
Hot Cocoa Squares!
Cauliflower Beet Fudge
“Peanut Butter” Fudge!
Veggie Chocolate Mousse
Butternut Squash Fudge
Zucchini Tortillas
Coconut Cream Caramel Gummies
Made the caramel squares! Tasted great!
Thank you for your posts. I came across you looking for answers to my daughters IBS. She’s been miserable for 5 years. Told she has Leaky gut, low diversity in her gut ,its all in her head, etc . yet she’s in pain everyday – tried every med , diet and supplement possible . How did you start the healing – who and what finally helped ? I think you mentioned a holistic doctor you used ? Where can i find him ? How does she start ? any advice you could give would be greatly appreciated . thanks
Hi Jen,
Im glad you found me too. I suggest reading the about me section on this blog as well as 10 steps to heal your gut. Im sure you daughter will find help through these tips …and also hope! oxox
I’m really learning so much from your posts and blog. Thank you for sharing. So far, it has been a little harder for me to have access to some if not most of the products you highly recommend. I’m currently living in South America, therefore, I have to research a little more about other whole food products that are being sold here. Do you know if vital proteins ships worldwide? Or if any of your recommended products do?
Hi Holly, that would be a question directed to Vital Proteins as I do not work for the company. 🙂
You are truly amazing! Thank you so much for sharing what you’ve learned in your own journey. Your selflessness in the name of healthier life is to be commended, emulated. I have sant many people to your sites that I KNOW will be blessed!
aww Thank you so much for all your support Kristin!
So many great ideas! Girl, I just don’t know how you come up with all these creative yet simple and oh so delicious recipes! Thanks for sharing, I can’t wait to try some of these!
Recioies look amazing! I have a question. When do you use gelitan vs. bone broth vs. collagen? Right now I’m using collagen in my smoothie. Does gelatin in smoothies change the consistency? Thanks!
Oops. I meant recipes look amazing!
Hi Tracie,
Please read this post. http://www.lilsipper.com/vital-proteins-guide/
it should help explain 🙂
So many temptations in cube form 😂. I’ve been wanting to use gelatin + bone broth more often throughout the week, so I appreciate the recipe inspo round up!
Can you really not taste it? I want to use it in my smoothie and others I have tried have really turned me off.
I personally cannot.
Hi Bethany, thank you for the super informative posts 🙂 i would like to ask you ..what are your thoughts about Great Lakes Gelatin and Collagen? I know you belief a lot in Vital proteins..but wanted to know your thoughts. Thanks a lot …lots of love.
Steph
Hi Steph,
I have tried their stuff and personally feel comfortable myself using Vital Proteins. This brand is legit and they also have GREAT customer service! GL brand basically has NO customer service haha and you get more bang for your buck with Vital Proteins…it may be more money as you look at the price, but actually it’s cheaper since you’re getting a larger tub. 🙂 Hope that helps!
Wow!!! So many amazing REAL FOOD NO FILLER CHOICES!!!! Now if only you had a recipe for gelatin to keep my toddler in her bed! I tried slime, but it wasn’t sticky enough to keep her in.🤷🏾♀️😂 j/k. Great post as always! Thanks for all the amazing recipes! I can’t wait to try the coconut Carmel gummies. #Yummers
Soo many great ideas! Gonna have to add these to some of the others I have tried that you make!