Nutritional yeast flakes - 200 g
A pure natural product, suitable for flavoring various dishes, for supplementing and diversifying the diet for healthy eating with even more beneficial nutrients.
Strengthens the immune system, tones and energizes, rejuvenates.
Nutritional yeast is produced by high-temperature heat treatment of the yeast Saccharomyces ceresiae. As a result of this method, it becomes inactive, unable to ferment. The yeast itself is fed molasses (a sweet medium from sugar cane or sugar beets).
Unlike baker's and brewer's yeast, dry nutritional yeast flakes cannot be used for baking. But they are a delicious and nutritious seasoning. They have a yellow-orange color, a characteristic cheese aroma, and a nutty aftertaste.
Nutritional yeast – composition and beneficial properties
Nutritional yeast is a rich source of nutrients. Some of them are very valuable because they cannot be synthesized in the body and must be obtained through food or supplements, such as vitamin B12, proteins, and essential amino acids.
The composition of dry yeast flakes includes:
- B vitamins – cobalamin (vitamin B12), folic acid (B9), thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7);
- micro- and macroelements: sodium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, chromium, selenium, manganese, molybdenum;
- all 9 essential amino acids;
- vegetable proteins;
- beta-glucan (soluble fiber);
- glutathione;
- nucleotides.
Dry yeast does not contain sugar, gluten, or dairy products, which makes it popular among vegetarians and vegans, as well as all those who are forced to limit their consumption of these products for health reasons.
Health benefits of taking
Nutritional yeast has proven numerous health benefits for human health.
- Improving digestion.
- Reducing the level of bad cholesterol in the blood.
- It takes care of heart health and the proper functioning of the nervous system.
- Cleansing the body of harmful toxins through the antioxidants included in its composition.
- Controlling inflammatory processes in the body.
- Maintaining good health of skin, hair and nails.
- Strengthening the body's defenses and the immune system.
- Protecting cells and the body from premature aging.
- It is easily and fully absorbed by the body.
In Asian cuisine, nutritional yeast is known for its “umami” taste. This is the so-called “fifth” taste – not completely defined, simultaneously sweet, salty, sour, bitter. That is why dry yeast flakes are widely used in cooking as a seasoning for various dishes: salads, sauces, dressings, smoothies, soups, mashed potatoes, spaghetti, homemade crackers, etc.
Attention!
Nutritional yeast flakes are a valuable and useful supplement. However, in some cases, some side effects may occur during its use.
- Dry yeast flakes are low in calories. However, they are high in fiber. Excessive use of yeast can lead to discomfort, cramps, and abdominal pain.
- Headaches, migraine attacks – are due to tyramine, a compound derived from the amino acid tyrosine, which occurs naturally in nutritional yeast.
- Redness of the facial skin, burning sensation, itching - occurs after consuming a larger amount of yeast and is due to niacin, also known as vitamin B3.
- Individual intolerance to yeast.
| Nutritional values: |
In 100g: |
NRV%*: |
Energy |
1428 kJ/342 kCal |
** |
Fats |
4.2g |
** |
Saturated fats |
0.6g |
** |
Carbohydrates |
18.5g |
** |
Zachary |
15.6g |
** |
Proteins |
46.4g |
** |
Fiber |
21.7g |
** |
Salt |
0.09g |
** |
Biotin |
30 µg |
60% |
Vitamin B1 |
3mg |
273 % |
Vitamin B11 |
1425 µg |
713 % |
Vitamin B2 |
6 mg |
429 % |
Vitamin B3 |
37 mg |
231 % |
Vitamin B5 |
10mg |
167 % |
Vitamin B6 |
3mg |
214% |
Suitable for vegans.
Recommendations for use: Can be used as an additional additive in muesli, smoothies or juices. Adds a spicy flavor to pasta, grilled vegetables and salads. Can also be used as a cheese substitute.
Storage : In a cool and dry place!
Expiration and batch : Marked on the packaging.
Manufacturer : Mattisson Healthstyle, Netherlands
