A NATURAL, TASTY, AND VERSATILE SOURCE OF IMPORTANT B VITAMINS – AND THE 2020 SUPERFOOD!
Rich Brewer's Yeast is made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast. Grown in a nutrient-rich molasses solution, the yeast has a mild flavor without the typical bitterness of traditional brewer's yeast. Rich Brewer's Yeast contains especially high amounts of important natural B vitamins for you; B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, and B12, as well as folic acid. It is also a good source of protein and zinc.
With our high-quality, award-winning brewer's yeast flakes, you can easily and deliciously increase your B vitamin intake. The roasted cheesy-flavored yeast flakes are also suitable as a seasoning and to add extra flavor to cooking.
PURPOSE OF USE
To increase intake of important natural B vitamins
To increase intake of high-quality protein
To supplement a vegetarian diet, as a source of vitamin B12 for vegans
Also works as a natural flavor enhancer in cooking (gives a "cheesy" taste)
FOR WHOM
For those following a strict vegetarian diet, vegans
For fitness enthusiasts and athletes
For home cooks
Also suitable for dogs!
HEALTH CLAIMS / CLINICAL EVIDENCE
Rich in Brewer's Yeast Flakes
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) supports normal: energy metabolism, nervous system function, psychological functions, heart function.
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) supports normal: energy metabolism, nervous system function, maintenance of mucous membranes and skin, maintenance of normal red blood cells, maintenance of normal vision, iron metabolism, protection of cells from oxidative stress, and reduces tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin B3 (niacin) supports normal: energy metabolism, nervous system function, psychological functions, maintenance of mucous membranes and skin, and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) supports normal: energy metabolism, vitamin D synthesis, mental performance, and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin B6 supports normal: energy metabolism, nervous system function, protein and glycogen metabolism, homocysteine metabolism, cysteine synthesis, psychological functions, red blood cell formation, immune defense, hormone regulation, and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin B7 (biotin) supports normal: energy metabolism,
nervous system function, macronutrient metabolism,
psychological functions as well as the maintenance of hair, mucous membranes, and skin
normal.
Vitamin B12 supports normal: energy metabolism, nervous system function, homocysteine metabolism, psychological functions, red blood cell formation, immune defense, and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue
Folic acid supports normal: tissue growth during pregnancy, amino acid synthesis, blood formation, homocysteine metabolism, psychological functions, immunity, and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
The health benefits of zinc can be found under Zinc.
SPECIAL FEATURES OF THIS PRODUCT
NATURAL AND TASTY SOURCE OF B VITAMINS
Rikas Brewer's Yeast is made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast. The yeast grown in a nutrient-rich molasses solution has a mild flavor and lacks the bitterness typical of traditional brewer's yeast.
Gentle drying and inactivation of the yeast preserve the nutritional value as richly as possible. Inactivated yeast does not act as baking yeast nor start fermentation.
Rikas Brewer's Yeast contains especially abundant natural B vitamins; B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, and B12 as well as folic acid. It is also a good source of protein and zinc.
Brewer's yeast flakes make it easy to increase B vitamin intake. The roasted cheesy-flavored yeast flakes are also suitable as a seasoning and flavor enhancer in cooking. Preferably add the flakes to finished food that will not be heated further to best preserve the good nutrients.
ALSO FOR PETS
Rikas Brewer's Yeast is also suitable as a natural source of B vitamins for pets.
Dosage for dogs:
small dogs (<10 kg); 1 tbsp / day
large dogs (>10 kg); 2 tbsp / day
Amount of active ingredients in daily dose
Nutritional value 4 g (1 tbsp)
Energy 15.6 kcal
Fat 0.2 g
Carbohydrates, of which 1.5 g
- dietary fiber 0.9 g
Protein 2.0 g
B vitamins:
- B1 1.8 mg 164 %*
- B2 0.7 mg 50 %*
- B3 13.6 mg 85 %*
- B5 5.6 mg 93 %*
- B6 1.4 mg 100 %*
- B7 7.8 mcg 16 %*
- B12 1.8 mcg 72 %*
- folic acid 176 mcg 88 %*
Trace minerals:
- magnesium 5.2 mg 1.4 %*
- calcium 3.7 mg 0.5 %*
- zinc 4.8 mg 48 %*
- iron 0.2 mg 1.4 %*
* Percentage of the recommended daily intake
Dosage instructions 4 g (1 tablespoon) per day.
Enjoy the yeast flakes as is or sprinkled into buttermilk, yogurt, porridge, or for example, salad. Also suitable for making refreshing smoothies.
Yeast flakes are also suitable as a seasoning and flavor enhancer for soups and sauces. Add the yeast flakes to warm dishes just before eating to best preserve their nutritional value. Avoid intense heating.
Usage restrictions Rikas Brewer's Yeast does not contain the most common cause of yeast problems, Candida albicans yeast. The yeast flakes are processed so that they do not start to grow in the digestive tract.
Just to be safe, Rikas Brewer's Yeast flakes are not recommended for consumption during acute yeast problems.
Product ingredients and storage 100% brewer's yeast flakes
Does not contain sugar, gluten, colorants, or animal-derived ingredients.
Store the product at room temperature, protected from moisture and light.