Other Names: Dried Yeast Fermentate, Faex, Faex Medicinalis, Levadura de Cerveza, Levure, Levure de Biere, Levure de Bière Inactive, Levure de Boulangerie, Levure Fermentée, Levure Médicinale, Levure Sèche Déshydratée, Medicinal Yeast, Biergist, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, S. cerevisiae, Marmite<br>Brewer's yeast is made of strains chosen for their alcohol-producing ability and tends to have a bitter flavor. Brewer's yeast is considered an inactive yeast while [[Baker’s Yeast]] is an active yeast. In an active yeast the yeast cells are still alive, whereas they are killed in the process of making inactive yeasts, like brewer's yeast. Dietary supplements containing brewer's yeast often contain non-living, dried yeast. People use brewer’s yeast to make medicine.
==Special Precautions of Brewer's Yeast==
* Don't confuse brewer's yeast with [[Nutritional Yeast]] with. Nutritional yeast is derived from a single cell organism called Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
* Brewer's yeast seems safe for most people when used short-term. It can cause headache, stomach discomfort, and gas (flatulence).
*Not enough is known about Autism : Many children on the safety autism spectrum have trouble with yeast in general and many physicians have used antifungals to combat the overgrowth of long-term use of brewer’s yeastin autistic children. Stick with shortIn fact, some physicians speculate that the yeast in bread is actually more of a concern – so they recommend a gluten-term usefree, yeast free diet. Keep in mind, even though yeast may be helpful for some conditions, autism is not considered to be one of them. * Pyretic effect : Brewer's yeast is a potent inducer of fever, sickness behavior and inflammation within the brain.
*Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of brewer’s yeast during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
*Yeast allergy: People who are allergic or sensitive to yeast might experience itching and swelling.
*Crohn’s disease: Brewer's yeast can make Crohn's disease worse. Don’t use brewer’s yeast.
* Medications for depression People taking any of the medicines listed below should exercise caution when taking brewer’s yeast:**Antidepression medications**Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) interacts with : Brewer's Yeastyeast has a substance called tyramine in it. Tyramine can interact with MAOIs and cause very high blood pressure which can be dangerous (hypertensive crisis). This can lead to a heart attack or stroke.**Pain medication**Meperidine (Demerol) : Taking brewer’s yeast while taking Demerol may cause hypertensive crisis.** Medications for fungal infections (Antifungals) interacts with Brewer's Yeast.
==The benefits of Brewer's Yeast are==
* Rich in trace minerals - Brewer's yeast contains essential trace minerals such as iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. One cup of it also contains 1 milligram of copper, which is 50 percent of our RDI, and 63 micrograms of selenium, which is 90 percent of our RDI. Copper helps to regulate cholesterol, hormones and cellular energy levels, while selenium is an important antioxidant that provides anti-aging benefits and guards us from degenerative diseases like cystic fibrosis and cancer.
* High in protein - Arguably, brewer's yeast's biggest attraction is its impressive concentration of protein. One ounce (28 grams) of it contains approximately 14.9 grams of protein, which is a whopping 30 percent of an adult's recommended daily intake (RDI). This makes the yeast a superb protein source for vegetarians and vegans. Protein is needed for a large number of reasons, including the growth and repair of cells and muscles, transportation of compounds and protection from infections.
==Main Combinations==
* Dull and brittle hair : Brewer's Yeast + [[Alfalfa]]
* Hair Loss : Brewer's Yeast + [[Alfalfa]] + [[Stinging Nettle]] (leaf)
* Dull and breaking nails: [[Borage Seed Oil]] + Brewer's Yeast + [[Stinging Nettle]] leaf
*Beauty of skin : Brewer's yeast + [[Carrots]] + [[Argan Oil]] + [[Resveratrol]]
*Dry and Dull skin : brewer's yeast + [[Wheat Germ Oil]] + [[Argan Oil]]
*Mild Diarrhea : brewer's yeast strain boulardi + [[Activated Charcoal]]
*Hair loss in men: brewer's yeast + [[alfalfa]] + [[Serenoa repens]]
* Acne, Boils : [[Burdock Root]] + [[Wild Pansy]] + Brewer's Yeast
==References==
*''https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29074357''
*''https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15274310''
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