Bovine heart (bos taurus (heart tissue))
Synopsis of bovine heart
Bovine heart refers to the heart tissue of cows, used in glandular and organ therapy to support cardiovascular, mitochondrial, and metabolic health. As an organ meat, bovine heart is nutrient-dense, containing a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and proteins, particularly those that nourish and mimic the function of the human heart and energy-producing systems.
Key nutritional components of bovine heart include:
- Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) – essential for cellular energy (ATP) production, especially in the heart
- B vitamins, including B12, riboflavin, and niacin – support red blood cell formation, nerve function, and energy metabolism
- Iron and zinc – critical for oxygen transport, immune function, and tissue repair
- Collagen and elastin proteins – provide structural support for cardiovascular tissues
- Amino acids like taurine and carnitine – beneficial for heart muscle function and endurance
Bovine heart is typically consumed as:
- Whole food (organ meat)
- Desiccated powder or freeze-dried capsules, often in glandular supplements
- Ingredients in traditional or ancestral diets like nose-to-tail protocols
Health benefits associated with bovine heart supplementation include:
- Enhanced cardiovascular function and endurance
- Improved cellular energy production
- Support for mitochondrial health, especially in high-energy-demand organs
- Potential benefits for individuals with fatigue, low stamina, or cardiovascular concerns
Historical Use:
The consumption of heart tissue has deep roots in ancestral and traditional diets. Across many cultures, eating organ meats was viewed as a way to strengthen the corresponding organ in the body, a concept aligned with the traditional "like supports like" philosophy in glandular therapy.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, heart tissue was believed to nourish the shen (spirit) and calm emotional unrest. In Western folk and Indigenous practices, animal hearts were consumed to restore vitality, courage, and physical resilience, especially after illness or blood loss.
The modern resurgence of organ meats in functional nutrition—especially in paleo, ancestral, and carnivore diets—has re-established bovine heart as a superfood for cardiovascular and energy support. Its high content of CoQ10 and mitochondrial nutrients makes it particularly valuable for those seeking natural alternatives to support heart health, energy, and recovery.
Bovine heart is used for these health conditions
Fatigue (Traditional)
Heart (weakness) (Traditional)
bovine heart is used to support these body systems
Heart (Traditional)
