Health benefits of Brewer's yeast

Information on Brewer’s Yeast

Brewer’s yeast is made from a single celled fungus known named saccharomyces cerevisiae and it can be characterized by its slightly bitter taste. It is used in the process of beer brewing in the fermentation of sugars into alcohol. It can also be used as a nutritional supplement because it is very rich in essential minerals, vitamins, amino acids and proteins. At the same time it contains significantly low amounts of carbohydrates, fats and sodium. It can be purchased in the form of flakes, tablets, powder and in liquid form. Sometimes its taste can be unbearable so it can be mixed with water, juice or soup. One should always consult the doctor before using it, and it should always be taken in specific, prescribed doses. It is not meant to be given to children.

Health Benefits of Brewer’s Yeast

It can be of great help for all those who suffer from diabetes because it is very efficient in maintaining proper levels of sugar in the blood, aiding the use of insulin, stimulating the production of insulin in the pancreas and reducing the external requirements of insulin. It can also come in very handy when it comes to reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the blood while increasing the levels of good cholesterol in the blood at the same time. Since Brewer’s yeast is an excellent source of dietary fiber it is very efficient in preventing constipation, improving the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and enhancing the production of the healthy bacteria in the intestines. Brewer’s yeast can also be of great help for all those who suffer from different types of vitamin deficiencies, since it is an excellent source of vitamins, especially the ones from the B complex such as thiamin, folic acid, riboflavin, biotin, niacin, pyridoxine and panthothenic acid. It can be combined with wheat germ for a very efficient prevention of prostate cancer. Brewer’s yeast is often used for the slowing down the process of aging as well. It can come in very handy when it comes to enhancing the metabolism of various nutrients, enhancing the process of recovery, reducing the symptoms of eczema and relieving certain medical conditions such as fatigue, stress, nervousness, diarrhea and anemia.

Other Uses

Brewer’s yeast can be of great help for all those who want to lose excess weight. It also boosts the levels of precious energy and resolves numerous different types of skin, hair and nail problems.