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Rich in protein and collagen, beneficial for bone and joint health
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Meat collagen soup (250 g) has 150 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 18.8 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
150
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
18.8g
· 38% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 53% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 60 calories per 100 g.
Meat collagen soup is a meat-based soup made by simmering collagen-rich connective-tissue cuts until their flavor and gelatin enter the broth. Recipes vary; it may include pieces of meat, vegetables, herbs, or spices.
Yes, meat collagen soup can be made in a slow cooker. Add connective-tissue-rich meat and water or broth, then cook until the meat is tender and the liquid is flavorful; add quick-cooking vegetables near the end so they do not turn mushy.
Shank, oxtail, tendon, and cuts around joints work well in meat collagen soup because they contain connective tissue that softens during slow cooking. Combining one of these with leaner meat gives the broth a meaty flavor as well as body.
No, meat collagen soup does not require bones. Tendons and other connective-tissue-rich cuts can provide gelatin as they cook; bones can add flavor and body, but they are optional if the recipe uses suitable meat cuts.
Meat collagen soup can turn firm because collagen from connective tissue becomes gelatin during cooking, and gelatin sets as the broth cools. Warm the soup gently to loosen it; a chilled, gelled texture is expected.
Yes, meat collagen soup can develop a rich, set broth without gelatin powder when it is made with collagen-rich cuts such as shank or tendon and cooked slowly. A soup made only with lean meat may stay much thinner.
Meat collagen soup is served as a dish, often with meat and other ingredients, while bone broth is generally a strained cooking liquid made by simmering bones. A soup can use bone broth as its base, but the terms do not mean the same thing.
Meat collagen soup pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or a simple salad. Add herbs, black pepper, or a squeeze of lemon at the table to brighten the rich broth without masking the flavor of the meat.
Keep meat collagen soup covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or texture.
No, meat collagen soup is not proven to prevent joint problems or treat joint pain. Its collagen is broken down during digestion, and eating the soup should not be treated as a substitute for medical care.
Vitamins
B12
1.75µg · 73% DV
B3
3mg · 19% DV
B5
0.75mg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
175mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Meat collagen soup is a slow-cooked meat broth made with meat and collagen-rich connective tissue or bone-in cuts. Recipes vary, and it is not tied to one specific region; vegetables and seasonings may also be included. The amount of meat and the richness of the broth depend on how it is prepared.
Serve it hot, as a light meal or as a starter, with bread if you want something more filling. Its savoury broth and tender pieces of meat make it comforting in cold weather, while a squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs can brighten the flavour. It is protein-forward, with 7.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, skim excess fat from the surface and add vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.