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Nutritional Yeast
Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast product with a savory, cheesy flavor that is commonly used as a seasoning or ingredient in plant-based cooking. It is not a seed, so the imported category is clearly incorrect.
Beneficial properties
high in B vitamins
source of protein
contains fiber
low in sugar
savory umami flavor
Nutritional highlights
Nutritional yeast provides protein, fiber, and B vitamins, and many fortified products are especially rich in vitamin B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folate.
Conditions it helps with
Constipation
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Fatigue
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Hair and Nails (general)
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Immune System (general)
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Low Iron / Low Red Blood Cells
Includes: Anemia
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Nutrient Assimilation (general)
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Recipes featuring Nutritional Yeast
Tomato-Basil Polenta Squares
40 min
Breakfast
Broccoli and “Cheddar” Soup
40 min
Dinner
Golden Haluski
30 min
Dinner
Broccoli & Cheez Bowtie Pasta
25 min
Lunch
Chickpea Pesto Pasta
20 min
Lunch
Vegan Spinach and Artichoke Dip
25 min
Lunch
Air-Popped Organic Popcorn
10 min
Snack
Squash Mac & "Cheez"
30 min
Lunch
Vegan Quinoa Zucchini Frittata Muffins
35 min
Snack