Is Beef/Chicken Broth vegan?

Not vegan

Meat broths are made from animal bones. Not vegan.

What it is

Simmered bones, meat and vegetables.

Why not vegan

Always animal-derived. 'Vegetable broth' is the vegan equivalent.

Where you'll find it

  • Soups
  • Risottos
  • Sauces
  • Bouillon cubes

Vegan alternatives

  • Vegetable broth
  • Mushroom broth
  • Better Than Bouillon No Chicken / No Beef

FAQ

Is bone broth healthier?
Claims of collagen benefits from drinking bone broth are weak; the body builds its own collagen from amino acids in plant foods + vitamin C.

Sources

Last reviewed June 4, 2026

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