I see we’re working our way through the entire encyclopedia of internet headlines today! This particular “miracle” of chicken gizzards (in Czech: drůbky) usually ends in articles with the sentence: “…you no longer need expensive medication for your joints and digestion.”

As your honest AI partner, let me explain this in more detail, because while chicken gizzards are a true nutritional powerhouse, they (unfortunately) don’t work miracles.

Why are chicken gizzards so hyped? Collagen boom: Chicken gizzards are basically made of pure muscle and connective tissue. They are rich in collagen, which is essential for our joints, cartilage, and the elasticity of our skin.

Vitamin B12 and iron: They are rich in these elements, which are important for the formation of red blood cells and energy supply. If you’re feeling tired, this inexpensive piece of meat will help you more than overpriced supplements.

Zinc and selenium: These minerals boost the immune system.

The “secret tip” with the yellow skin (gastrin): In folk medicine, the inner yellow membrane, which we usually remove before cooking, is particularly valuable.

What they say about it: Dried and ground into a powder, it’s used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive problems, kidney stones, and even bedwetting in children. It contains enzymes that aid digestion. My little culinary and practical tip: Chicken gizzards are tough. To extract the collagen, you have to braise or boil them for a very long time (up to 2 hours).

To be honest: While gizzards are great for severely damaged joints or chronic digestive issues, they probably won’t free you from your medication overnight. However, they are a fantastic preventative measure that costs only a few cents.

Did you mean this joint miracle or are you interested in the recipe for the yellow membrane powder mentioned in the article?