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Choosing to shop sustainably encourages us to be more mindful of the choices we make every day. Whether it’s the food we consume, the energy we use, or how we manage waste, more people are adopting eco-conscious habits to reduce their environmental impact.
At Ossa Organic, we’re proud to be part of this movement, offering bone broth UK consumers can feel confident about. But what exactly makes bone broth so sustainable, and why should it be part of your eco-friendly lifestyle? In this blog post, we will learn more about why bone broth is one of the most sustainable food options on the market—and how we’re doing our part to lead the change.
What Makes Bone Broth Sustainable?
Bone broth, in its very essence, is about minimising waste and making the most of what we already have. Here’s why it’s considered one of the most eco-friendly food products available:
1. Reducing Waste through Whole-Animal Utilisation
One of the core principles of sustainable food is reducing waste. Unfortunately, much of the animal gets discarded in traditional meat processing, with parts like bones, marrow, and connective tissue often thrown away. Bone broth turns this waste into a nutrient-dense superfood. By using these otherwise discarded bones from cattle, bone broth makes use of every part of the animal—honouring the animal and minimising food waste.
In the UK, where meat consumption is high, ensuring that every part of the animal is used can have a great impact on reducing the environmental strain of the meat industry. Our brand’s commitment to sourcing only organic, grass-fed bones is a crucial part of this. These bones come from sustainably raised animals that are fed natural diets, reducing the overall environmental footprint associated with their production.
2. Sustainable Energy for Cooking
When we make our bone broth, we use a slow, 24-hour simmering process to extract every possible nutrient from the bones. And we don’t just use any energy to do it—we’re proud to say that our kitchens run primarily on renewable energy. By shifting away from traditional, non-renewable energy sources, we significantly lower our carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future.
The UK’s food production industry is responsible for a significant portion of the country’s carbon footprint, and energy consumption plays a huge role in that. Switching to renewable energy sources is a major step toward reducing this impact, and we’re committed to using cleaner energy wherever possible.
3. Supporting Regenerative Farming Practices
The bones we use come from grass-fed, organic cattle, which isn’t just better for your health—it’s also better for the planet. Grass-fed livestock farming is often associated with regenerative agriculture, a sustainable farming practice that focuses on improving soil health, increasing biodiversity, and capturing carbon in the soil.
By supporting farmers who engage in these practices, we’re not only ensuring that the bones we use come from healthy, happy cattle, but also that we’re contributing to a farming system that replenishes rather than depletes the Earth’s resources.
4. Natural Ingredients for a Healthier You and the Planet
We enhance our bone broth with simple, natural ingredients that are great for your health and light on the planet. We add apple cider vinegar, which helps draw out the nutrients from the bones, and fresh, locally-sourced vegetables, which lend our broth its rich flavour.
5. Recycling Waste through Anaerobic Digestion
When we say we use every part of the animal, we mean it. Once the nutrient-rich broth is extracted, the boiled bones are sent through an anaerobic digestion process, where they’re broken down to produce biogas. This biogas is then fed directly back into the UK’s energy grid.
Anaerobic digestion is a zero-waste solution that helps us reduce our impact on the environment and supports the generation of clean, renewable energy. By closing the loop in this way, we’re able to minimise waste, reduce emissions, and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
Bone Broth UK: A Nutrient-Rich, Sustainable Choice
With so much focus on sustainability in the food industry, bone broth stands out as one of the most eco-friendly choices you can make. It’s a product that represents a more thoughtful, respectful approach to food production.
Our bone broth process—from sourcing organic bones to recycling waste into renewable energy—is built around the principles of sustainability and respect for the environment. By choosing bone broth UK, you’re not only making a choice that supports your own health but also contributing to a greener, more sustainable food system.
Why Choose Our Bone Broth?
When you sip our bone broth, you’re nourishing your body with the collagen, gelatin, and essential minerals it needs. You’re also supporting a brand that’s committed to sustainability at every step.
Ready to Sip Sustainably?
Explore our range of bone broths and make the sustainable choice. After all, it’s not just about feeding yourself—it’s about feeding the future too.
