Written by the Plenthera team (orthomolecularly trained). Scientifically reviewed in April 2026. Last updated: April 30, 2026.
Big Food is a Dutch brand that brings the ancestral health movement closer to the Netherlands. For those following a paleo, carnivore, or nose-to-tail approach: freeze-dried grass-fed organs — liver, heart, kidney, spleen — in capsules. Dutch production, traceable sources, without heat extraction.
Big Food positioning
| Aspect | Big Food | International competition |
|---|---|---|
| Country of production | Netherlands | Mainly USA |
| Source | Grass-fed | Grass-fed |
| Method | Freeze-dried | Freeze-dried |
| Language/communication | Dutch | English |
| Shipping | Local NL | International |
What is Big Food?
Big Food is a Dutch wholefood supplements brand specializing in freeze-dried grass-fed organ powders and capsules. For paleo, carnivore, and ancestral health followers.
The ancestral health movement — paleo, carnivore, nose-to-tail — has seen a strong growth in audience in the Netherlands in recent years. Big Food fills this niche with Dutch production and Dutch-language access. For those who appreciate the international market (especially US brands like Ancestral Supplements) but want to buy more locally.
What Big Food offers: freeze-dried organs from grass-fed animals in capsule form. The main products are liver (vitamin A, B12, copper, iron), heart (CoQ10, taurine, B-vitamins), kidney (selenium), and spleen (iron). See our organ category for the broader context.
Production and philosophy
Big Food uses a freeze-drying process (lyophilization) — no heat extraction, preserving the biological activity of proteins and vitamins. Sources are grass-fed animals with traceability.
Important: for liver supplements, vitamin A is a point of attention — UL 3,000 µg/day, max 700 µg during pregnancy. Big Food states vitamin A content on the label.
Big Food products
Big Food Liver
Grass-fed beef liver, freeze-dried. High in vitamin A.
Big Food Heart
Rich in CoQ10, taurine, B-vitamins.
Big Food Kidney
Selenium, B12, iron.
Big Food Multi-organ
Combination of organs for a broad profile.
How to use Big Food?
For Big Food products:
- Follow label — typically 3-6 capsules per day.
- With a meal for optimal absorption.
- Divide into two moments.
- During pregnancy: avoid liver supplements or calculate retinol intake.
- For predisposition to hemochromatosis: caution with iron-rich organs.
Myths and misconceptions about Big Food
Myth 1: "Organ supplements are a last resort for malnutrition."
Incorrect. For paleo/carnivore followers and wholefood adherents, it is a conscious nutrient-rich supplement.
Myth 2: "Big Food is only for carnivores."
Not only — for anyone who appreciates the ancestral health approach.
Myth 3: "Liver supplement is always safe."
Not during pregnancy — risk of vitamin A overdose possible.
Myth 4: "Dutch brand = more expensive."
Big Food prices are competitive with international competition.
Combining Big Food with other supplements
Big Food fits into the ancestral wholefood cluster:
- Bone broth: ancestral wholefood. See our bone broth category.
- Collagen: connective tissue theme. See our collagen category.
- Vitamin D: for broad coverage. See our vitamin D category.
- Magnesium: mineral supplementation. See our magnesium category.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Big Food special?
Dutch production, ancestral health positioning, freeze-dried grass-fed organs.
What products does Big Food offer?
Liver, heart, kidney, spleen, multi-organ formulas.
Big Food vs. international competition?
Local Dutch production and language access.
Big Food for pregnancy?
Liver supplements are not recommended — retinol overdose risk.
Big Food for carnivore diet?
Fits perfectly — wholefood organ supplementation.
Big Food quality?
Grass-fed sources, freeze-dried, traceable.
Big Food vegan?
No — animal products.
Big Food price?
Mid-tier compared to international competition.
Big Food reviews?
Positive in carnivore/paleo communities.
Big Food website?
Dutch Big Food website + available at Plenthera.
Sources
- Algomed / Roquette — production information.
Disclaimer: This text is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Big Food is a dietary supplement, not a medicine. In case of doubt or if using medication, we recommend consulting a doctor or orthomolecular therapist first.