Surprise! Gelatin is definitely not vegetarian. Here's why. Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Gelatin is such a neutral-seeming food. Once prepared, it wobbles and glistens so innocently. The powdered form ...

Gelatin is one of those secret weapon ingredients that frequently gets overlooked, especially when it comes to home kitchens.

Gelatin is rich in protein, with amino acids that may reduce joint and bone pain, increase brain function and help reduce the signs of skin aging. Gelatin is a protein product derived from collagen.