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Brewer’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), a unicellular fungus. It has been widely used for centuries and was very significant in the winemaking industry due to the fermentation process of beer and wine.
In addition to its significance, did you know that brewer’s yeast is also popular in the medical sector? It is because it is a powerful supplement that is a good source of vitamins and minerals. It also offers surprising health benefits, the reason why it’s also called “nutritional yeast”.
Brewer’s yeast is cultivated on grains such as malted barley which causes a bitter taste. However, there are some brewer’s yeasts that are cultivated for the use of dietary supplement. It is grown on beet and sugarcane molasses giving it a nutty and cheesy kind of flavour.
As a nutritional supplement, brewer’s yeast is vegan-friendly because it contains high levels of fibre, protein and nutrients. It can supply the daily needs of the body to help support our general wellbeing. Nutritional yeast contains 16 out of 20 amino acids and 14 valuable minerals which include the following:
Brewer’s yeast is widely known as a rich source of B vitamins. It actually includes all the B vitamins excluding B12 (cobalamin) and we know that each B vitamins play different key roles and functions in the body.
Unfortunately, our body does not store excess B vitamins that’s why it needs to be continually restored by eating foods or taking supplements rich in B Vitamins. Here are the following B Vitamins we could get from taking nutritional yeast and their benefits for our body:
It is better to consult first your healthcare provider before taking any supplements such as brewer’s yeast which comes in the form of flake, tablet, liquid and powder.
The use of the supplement is not recommended for children this time since there are still no known literature reports about the use of it in paediatric populations.
However, the average recommended dosage range for adults is one to four tablespoons daily which can be added to food, juice, shakes or water.
To prevent flatulence and other side effects, you could start with one tablespoon and work slowly up to four tablespoons.
Sensitive individuals could experience intestinal discomfort and flatulence. While hypersensitive individuals could experience allergic reactions to brewer’s yeast. Also, people who have an overgrowth of intestinal yeast should avoid taking this kind of product.
Crohn’s disease and celiac disease patients should also avoid taking brewer’s yeast because some brands contain gluten and could only worsen their condition.
There are also precautions if you’re taking different types of medications since it could interact with brewer’s yeast. Talk to your healthcare provider if you use:
MAOIs include isocarboxazid, selegiline, pargyline, phenelzine and tranylcypromine which are used for treating depression. Brewer’s yeast contains a large amount of tyramine which could lead to “hypertensive crisis”. When mixed with MAOIs and narcotic pain medication such as meperidine it could result to the rapid increase in blood pressure that could lead to stroke or heart attack.
Taking brewer’s yeast with diabetes medications could lead to hypoglycemia wherein your blood sugar level decreases below normal levels. So, it is very important to monitor your blood glucose levels closely.
Medications for fungal infections may reduce yeast activity and the effectiveness of brewer’s yeast since it is a type of fungus.
Now that you already know that brewer’s yeast or nutritional yeast contains numerous health benefits, you should make it as part of your daily diet. All you need to do is consult your healthcare provider to know the right dosage you need to take.
Disclaimer: The health information published on this web page is solely intended for educational purposes. VitaminsOnly strongly recommends to consult health care professionals for any questions concerning your health.