It is glycine and proline, the amino acids that make up gelatin. It can be found in animal organs, especially in bones and fibrous tissues.
Usually our bodies lack the needed amount of these amino acids. They are important for the overall health especially bones, nails, teeth, skin as well as for the immune system and losing weight.
Glycine takes up one third of the gelatin powder and has anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties as well as it improves the sleep.
Why People in Hospital are Served Gelatin?
Jello is a clear liquid like water or juice. It can be easily processed and digested so it is a perfect food for those that can process hard food. Jello provides them with the needed calories and sugar.
Along its nutritive properties, gelatin improves digestion since it heightens the secretion of gastric acid. Also, gelatin absorbs the water and help you keep the fluids in your body.
Importance of Gelatin for the Overall Health
Consuming gelatin provides many health benefits for your body. First it boosts your daily energy and improves the quality of your sleep. Gelatin stimulates the production of Human Growth Hormone which help you lose weight and in the same it boosts your metabolism.
It provides almost six grams of protein per tablespoon but you can improve your diet by adding some more. It will help you digest better because it binds to water. Glycine, the amino acid will help the liver to release all the toxins from your body.
Keratin, a string protein from the gelatin, important for healthy nails, hair, skin and teeth. And at last, one of the most important roles of gelatin, it strengthens the bones and joints, preventing them from degeneration and damage.
How to Prepare Jello?
Here is a list of the needed ingredients:
- One cup of green tea
- One cup of fresh orange juice
- Three tbsp of unflavored gelatin
- One cup of grape juice or strawberries
- Honey
First, cook the green tea and then add the honey. Second, add the gelatin and mix it until you get a soft mixture. Let the mixture cool. When cooled, add the grape/strawberries and orange juice and mix it altogether. In the end, pour the mixture in a container and put it in the fridge for 3 hours. Consume jello every day.
Via My Healthy Feed