Brewer's Yeast - Supplements Descriptions

Brewer's Yeast

(Twinlab)

Brewers yeast would best be described as a "supplemental food." By this term is meant supplements that are real natural foods not synthetic products like most supplements, but they are processed in some way to make them easier to take on a regular basis.

In this case, brewer's yeast is a naturally rich source of many vitamins and minerals, especially the B vitamins. It is also a goods source of high quality protein. But the taste leaves something to be desired.

The brand with the least offensive taste I have found is Twinlab's Genuine Brewers Yeast. But even then, the only way I can handle it is mixed in with the other ingredients in my pre-workout drink. But with doing so, it adds significantly to the nutrient content of the drink. This product also contains a significant amount of potassium, so after I weigh-in for my next contest I plan adding it to my post-weigh-in drink to help replenish that vital electrolyte.

But it should be noted that it is best to not mix brewer's yeast in water ahead of time. That seems to worsen the taste. Mix it in when you are ready to drink it. It also does not mix well with a spoon. You need to use shaker cup. It should also be mentioned that some are sensitive to yeast, so they should not use this product.

But with those caveats, if you can handle it, Twinlab's Genuine Brewer's Yeast is an inexpensive way to attain food based nutrients. The following is the nutrient content of just one heaping tablespoon.

Nutrient – Amount Per Serving – % DV
Calories – 35
Protein – 8g – 16%
Thiamin – 1.4mg – 93%
Riboflavin – 0.7mg – 41%
Niacin – 5.3mg – 27%
Vitamin B6 – 0.6mg – 30%
Folic Acid – 240mcg – 60%
Vitamin B12 – 2mcg – 33%
Biotin – 16mcg – 5%
Pantothenic Acid – 0.4mg – 4%
Calcium – 59mg – 6%
Iron – 1.5mg – 8%
Phosphorus – 234mg – 23%
Magnesium – 33mg – 8%
Zinc – 1.2mg – 8%
Copper – 0.5mg – 25%
Manganese – 0.13mg – 5%
Chromium – 60mcg – 50%
Sodium – 60mg – 3%
Potassium – 222mg – 6%

It can be seen how nutrient-packed this product is. The eight grams of protein might not sound like a lot, but it is a complete protein, containing all of the essential amino acids. Combined with NOW's Liver Powder, this adds 15 grams of protein. I thus only use half a scoop rather than a full scoop of protein powder.

Twinlab's Genuine Brewer's Yeast is available from Bodybuilding.com and iHerb.
For iHerb, when checking out, use referral code HOP815 to receive $5.00 off your first order.

The above article was posted on this site April 1, 2009.

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