If you want a simple homemade “collagen” recipe with very few ingredients, the most effective option is bone broth. It naturally contains collagen, gelatin, amino acids, and minerals.
Simple Homemade Collagen Broth
Ingredients
- 1–2 kg beef bones, chicken bones, or fish bones
- 1–2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Water
- Optional: salt
Instructions
- Put bones in a large pot.
- Add vinegar and cover with water.
- Let sit 20 minutes (helps extract collagen).
- Simmer:
- Chicken bones: 8–12 hours
- Beef bones: 12–24 hours
- Fish bones: 4–6 hours
- Strain and refrigerate.
When chilled, it should become jelly-like — that’s the collagen/gelatin.
To Support Natural Collagen Production
Pair it with foods rich in:
- Vitamin C (lemon, oranges)
- Protein (eggs, meat, beans)
- Zinc and copper (nuts, seeds)
There’s no true plant-based homemade collagen because collagen comes from animal connective tissue, but you can make “collagen-supporting” drinks with citrus, berries, and protein-rich ingredients.
