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Red Star Nutritional Yeast

What is Nutritional Yeast? Red Star brand is the original formula and here is there definition straight from the label ? Vegetarian Support Formula was first manufactured in 1975. A valuable source of high-quality protein, essential amino acids, vitamins, dietary fiber and minerals, its popularity has grown worldwide as individuals have become more aware of their day-to-day health ? Red Star Nutritional Yeast Vegetarian Support Formula is especially designed to meet the nutritional needs of vegetarians, vegans and anyone desiring a rich source of the B-complex vitamins, including B-12. It makes a tasty and nutritious addition to your favorite meals and drinks. Sprinkle on popcorn for a great-tasting, nutritious snack. Add as a seasoning for salads, soups, casseroles and gravies. Or simply add a tablespoon to your favorite morning juice, cereal or smoothie.

A few years back, I used to be vegan. I have to admit, it was very difficult for me because I love, love, love cheese and it was very challenging and burdensome for me to give it up. This product saved my life, literally. Because vegans don?t consume meat or any type of animal products, it can be quite challenging to get b-12 in your diet. These little yellow flakes are tasty, convenient and loaded with nutrition. Although, I am no longer vegan, I do favor lots of vegan/vegetarian recipes and this product really adds the flavor. Not to mention, it?s low in carbs and high in protein so it works with my low carb, diabetic lifestyle.

Nutritional yeast (basically a powdered yeast with no leavening power) has a robust essence that is described as cheesy, nutty, or creamy, which makes it very popular as an ingredient in?cheese?substitutes. Often used by vegans in place of cheese, it can be used in many recipes to add complexity of flavors. It is naturally high in protein and fiber, while low in fat and sodium, with no preservatives, artificial colors or flavors. This stuff contains an average of 50% protein by weight and just look at this nutrient profile ?

Red Star Nutritional Yeast - Nutrition Facts

In Australia it is sometimes sold as ?savoury yeast flakes.? In New Zealand, it has long been known as Brufax. In the United States it is sometimes referred to as ?nooch?, or ?yeshi,? an Ethiopian name meaning ?for a thousand?. Though ?nutritional yeast? usually refers to commercial products, inadequately fed prisoners of war have used ?home-grown? yeast to prevent vitamin deficiency. (Wikipedia)

The manufacturer, Lesaffre, states the primary benefits as being ?

• A ?super? food, providing nutrition and enhancing flavor in your favorite meals, drinks and snacks
• An excellent source of protein, containing essential and non-essential amino acids
• Rich in B-complex vitamins, which are important for energy production
• A natural source of additional beneficial components, such as beta-1,3 glucan and mannan, trehalose and glutathione
• Naturally low in fat and salt, with no added preservatives, flavors or colors
• Kosher certified (excluding Passover)
• Naturally gluten-free

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Red Star Nutritional Yeast

Where do you get this stuff? Most natural or health food stores carry this and there are other brands but this is my preferred product. You can purchase online at many retailers. Here is a link to the retailers published by the manufacturer.

Tomorrow, I?ll be posting my favorite recipe made with nutritional yeast ? Hope you?ll stop back by to view it. Do you use nutritional yeast?

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