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Nutritional Yeast health benefitsWritten ByPartha Nandi, MD

Nutritional yeast is the same species of yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, used to make beer, bread, or kombucha. Nutritional yeast is inactive. Nutritional yeast is made by growing S. cerevisiae on a sugar-rich molasses medium. Then, it is deactivated with heat, washed, pasteurized, dried, and crumbled.

Excellent Source of Vitamin B-12

Vitamin B-12 is crucial for producing red blood cells and for the production and maintenance of myelin. Myelin is the protective insulation around your nerves. One tablespoon of nutritional yeast supplies a full day’s vitamin B-12.

High in Fiber

Fiber helps our systems regulate blood sugar levels and is essential for gut health. Fiber helps our digestive system function properly as well. Researchers have found that the nutritional yeast contains 3 grams of fiber per serving.

A Great Source of Folic Acid

Research has shown how essential folic acid is for women trying to get pregnant or who are already pregnant. Folic acid is known to help prevent significant congenital disabilities such as spina bifida. Doctors suggest getting proper amounts of folic acid to help ensure appropriate cell maintenance and cell production.

Promotes Skin Health

The B vitamins found in nutritional yeast have been found to help your skin, nails, and hair. It has B5 and B7, which help reduce signs of aging like skin spots. Nutritional yeast also contains niacin which will improve overall skin health and reduce chronic acne.

Helps Strengthen Immune System

Researchers have found that nutritional yeast is suitable for your immune system. This yeast contains compounds manna, trehalose, glutathione, and others known to help the immune system. These compounds have been found in various studies to be a tool in reducing cholesterol and may even prevent some types of cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can pregnant women eat nutritional yeast?

Doctors recommend vegetarian and vegan pregnant women add nutritional yeast to their diet to increase their B-12 and folic acid consumption.

Is nutritional yeast good for blood pressure?

Nutritional yeast can be your go-to salt swap. Nutritional yeast has zero sodium and boasts a lot of flavors.

How long can you store nutritional yeast?

If stored in a cool, dry place and properly sealed, nutritional yeast may last up to 2 years.

About the author

Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi.

A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show.

Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences.

He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world β€œTo Be Your Own Health Hero.”

DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com

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