Why Bone Broth Is Good for Gut Health
Bone Broth (Slow cooker) is a traditional healing food that’s rich in amino acids, collagen, and minerals. It’s perfect for soothing an inflamed gut lining, supporting immunity, and replenishing your body. This is especially beneficial during a Candida cleanse or gut reset. This homemade bone broth recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients. It can be made in a slow cooker or large stock pot. Drink it warm on its own, or use it as a nourishing base for soups and stews.
If you’re following a gut-healing protocol or Candida cleanse, adding a daily cup of homemade bone broth can be a game-changer. This slow-simmered, mineral-rich broth is packed with gut-repairing nutrients like collagen, gelatin, and glycine. Whether you’re looking to soothe leaky gut or calm inflammation, this bone broth recipe is a simple yet powerful place to start. It also nourishes your body with a gentle, whole-food tonic. You can sip it solo, use it as a base for soups, or even stir it into mashed vegetables. Additionally, it adds flavour and nutrition to purées.
Gut-Healing Bone Broth (Slow Cooker)
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 –2 kg, 2–4 lbs organic chicken frames, beef bones, or a mix (grass-fed preferred)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar helps draw minerals from bones
- 1 large onion quartered (leave skin on if organic)
- 2 carrots roughly chopped (optional if you’re low-FODMAP)
- 2 celery stalks chopped (omit for strict low-FODMAP)
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 –5 peppercorns optional
- Small bunch of parsley or thyme
- 2 –3 cloves garlic smashed (optional; omit if sensitive during early gut healing)
- Filtered water enough to cover bones by 5–8 cm
- Sea salt to taste add after cooking
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Place all ingredients (except salt) into a slow cooker.1 –2 kg, 2–4 lbs organic chicken frames, beef bones, or a mix (grass-fed preferred), 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 large onion, 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 bay leaf, 3 –5 peppercorns, 2 –3 cloves garlic, Small bunch of parsley or thyme
- Cover with filtered water.Filtered water
- Let sit 30–60 minutes so the vinegar can help release minerals.
- Turn slow cooker on low and cook for 12–24 hours (chicken) or 24–48 hours (beef).
- Skim off any foam or scum that rises to the surface during the first few hours.
- Once finished, cool slightly and strain through a fine sieve.
- Store in jars in the fridge (up to 5 days) or freezer (up to 3 months).Sea salt to taste
Notes & Tips
- Roast your bones first for a richer flavor (200°C / 400°F for 30 mins).
- Add shiitake mushrooms or seaweed (like kombu) for added minerals and umami.
- If using chicken feet or wings, they add extra gelatin for joint and gut support.
- Use the broth as a daily gut tonic—drink 1 cup warm with a pinch of sea salt or turmeric.
Bone Broth: a nourishing food
Bone broth has long been celebrated in traditional cultures as a healing food — and modern science is starting to catch up. Thanks to its rich amino acid profile and bioavailable minerals, bone broth supports gut lining repair, joint health, detoxification pathways, and even skin elasticity. It’s especially beneficial for those dealing with Candida overgrowth, SIBO, IBS, or any kind of digestive distress. By gently nourishing the intestinal wall, this gut-healing broth helps reduce permeability (a key issue in leaky gut syndrome) and provides foundational support for long-term digestive resilience.
Slow Cooker Bone Broth in Your Diet
If you’re following the Yeastrix Gut Reset Meal Plan or working your way through a Candida protocol, bone broth is a deeply restorative addition. Pair it with anti-inflammatory soups, steamed veggies, or add it to your evening wind-down routine for extra mineral support. It’s also one of the best natural remedies for when your gut feels raw, sore, or inflamed — a true comfort food with functional benefits.
Eric Bakker N.D.
Greetings! I am a naturopathic physician from New Zealand. Although I’ve retired from clinical practice since 2019, I remain passionate about helping people improve their lives. You’ll find I’m active online with a focus on natural health and wellbeing education through my Facebook page and YouTube channel, including this website.
