- BREWER´S YEAST
:
Derived from the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, brewer’s yeast
was originally extracted from the top layer in beer vats. Brewer’s
yeast is a rich source of important nutrients, including Niacin, Riboflavin,
Pantothenic Acid, Thiamin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, para-amino benzoic
acid (PABA), Biotin, Copper, Iron, and Amino Acids. It is not a complete
source of B vitamins, as is commonly mistaken, for it does not contain
vitamin B-12. Its nutritional content may vary due with different products
and methods of storage. Brewer’s yeast may be a beneficial source
of proteins for people following strict vegetarian diets.
SUGGESTED INTAKES.
Tablets, 4-5 g daily.
SUPPLEMENTAL USES.
Nutritional supplement:
Brewer’s yeast is a rich source of minerals, vitamins, Amino Acids,
and nucleic acids. However, less expensive products available today
are favoured over brewer’s yeast. Combined with cereal grains,
Brewer’s yeast can be a valuable supplement for vegetarians. Combinations
of Brewer’s yeast with the following may provide complete protein
requirements, depending on the specific content of a product: peanuts,
legumes, seeds, nuts, whole grains, corn, and green leafy vegetables.
Atherosclerosis:
Studies have found Chromium-enriched Brewer’s yeast to be effective
for improving HDL (good) to LDL(bad) cholesterol ratios.
Brewer’s yeast is also recommended as a treatment for loss of appetite,
Acne, and acute Diarrhoea.
SAFETY:
Brewer’s yeast is regarded as generally non-toxic.
Some individuals may experience Migraine Headaches if they are sensitive
to brewer’s yeast.
INTERACTIONS AND CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
There are no known drug interactions or contra-indications for brewer’s
yeast.
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