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Rich milk drink with added bone marrow, providing fat and protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Milk with bone marrow (240 g) has 259 calories. That works out to 108 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 19.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 31 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
259
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
19.2g
· 25% 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 18% · Protein 16% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 259 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.2 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 11.28 g | 56% |
| Trans fat | 0.43 g | |
| Sodium | 110 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
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) | 240 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 16 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 270 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 389 kcal |
Calculated from 108 calories per 100 g.
Milk with bone marrow is a rich drink made by combining cooked marrow with milk. When prepared simply from these ingredients at home, it is minimally processed; its creamy texture comes from the marrow fat.
Milk with bone marrow provides protein and fat, but it has not been shown to prevent or treat a particular illness. It can be a filling drink, not a proven remedy or a substitute for a varied diet.
Cook the marrow thoroughly, remove it from the bone, then blend it with warm milk until smooth. You can strain the mixture for a thinner texture and reheat it before serving; avoid adding uncooked marrow.
Milk with bone marrow tastes creamy and rich, with a mild savory quality from the marrow. The milk softens that flavor, while using more marrow makes the drink noticeably heavier and more savory.
Beef or lamb bones are commonly used for milk with bone marrow, especially bones that contain accessible marrow. Use fresh bones and cook the marrow thoroughly before mixing it into the drink.
Toddlers can have milk with bone marrow if they already tolerate dairy and the marrow is thoroughly cooked. Do not use it as a drink for babies under 12 months, and ask a pediatrician if your child has a medical condition or feeding concerns.
Keep milk with bone marrow in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly after preparation, and reheat only the portion you plan to drink.
Yes, milk with bone marrow can be frozen, but thawing may leave the fat and liquid separated or change the texture. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then warm and blend it again before drinking.
You can drink milk with bone marrow daily if it fits your eating habits, but its rich fat content makes it sensible to keep portions moderate. Having it alongside a varied diet is more useful than relying on it as a daily health tonic.
Milk with bone marrow can separate because marrow fat rises or solidifies as the drink cools. Separation alone does not mean it has spoiled; warm the drink gently and whisk or blend it to bring the texture back together.
Vitamins
B12
1.32µg · 55% DV
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
B5
0.91mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
221mg · 32% DV
Calcium
283mg · 28% DV
Iodine
29µg · 19% DV
Selenium
6.72µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
Sodium
110mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Milk with bone marrow is made by adding bone marrow to milk, typically as a rich, warming homemade drink. It is not a standard everyday beverage in most places; rather, it suits anyone curious about a more filling, savoury take on milk. Recipes and preparation can vary, so the marrow may be blended in for a smoother drink or left to lend it a fuller texture.
Served warm, it tastes creamy and substantial, with a mild savoury note from the marrow. You can drink it on its own or pair it with plain bread. It provides both fat and protein, with 8 g of fat per 100 g. For a lighter cup, use less marrow and serve a modest portion.
Medium
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
11.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.53g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.