What does Bloom mean in relation to gelatine?

Blooming gelatine Have you wondered what “Blooming gelatine” means when it is referred to in recipes containing Gelatine,  or how to use gelatine correctly? If you have, then the following will help you: Bloom strength Gelatine is sold by its strength. This is known as “Bloom”, starting at about 90 Bloom (the weakest) to about 300 […]

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A history of gelatine

A history of gelatine Gelatine is used as a therapeutic and food agent dates back to both the Ancient Chinese and Ancient Egyptians. Gelatine and Collagen like mixtures were used as glue, as long ago as 8 thousand years. There are records of a savory jelly being made in the royal courts of England in […]

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Bone Broth

 Bone Broth What is it? Bone broth is basically a savoury liquid made by simmering the bones of meat or fish in water. To this liquid spices, herbs, salt and pepper may also be added. The end product can be a delicious and potentially healthy drink. Broth can also be used for the basis of […]

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Is our Collagen from grass fed cattle?

Grass fed or not? The short answer to this is that although our beef collagen is produced in Spain, and meets all relevant EU legislation, we don’t have any information on whether the cattle were grass fed or not. However even if we did, we would not be prepared as an ethical company to use […]

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Hydrolysed Collagen

Hydrolysed Collagen – a high quality, natural protein. As a valuable source of protein, Hydrolysed Collagen is rich in such amino acids as proline, glycine, alanine, and arginine. These amino acids: Strengthen the immune system because of antibodies regulate oxygen output help to support the health of joints, bones and skin It is beneficial to […]

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