The gizzard is the muscular stomach that birds, especially grain-eating ones, have. Many people consider it offal and tend not to cook it because of its appearance.

However, chicken gizzards provide many nutrients, are easy to prepare, and are very affordable. Here, we’ll explain why you should include them in your diet.

Liver is chock-full of vitamin A, which supports healthy vision among many other benefits, vitamin B12 and iron to boost energy, plus vitamin C, folate, selenium and copper. Gizzard is rich in cartilage, zinc, vitamin B12 and iron. It’s also a natural source of glucosamine, which helps support joint health.