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Nutritional Yeast

Nutritional Yeast is a deactivated, flaky yeast product commonly used in vegan and vegetarian cuisines as a savory, cheesy-flavored seasoning or condiment. It’s popular as a sprinkle for pasta, popcorn and sauces and often sold as "nooch" or nutritional yeast flakes. Nutrition-wise, Nutritional Yeast is notable as a plant-based source of protein, providing about 50g of protein per 100g, and it’s typically high in fiber while being low in saturated fat and sodium. Many commercial varieties are fortified with vitamin B12, making them a useful source of that nutrient for people on plant-based diets. From a health perspective, it’s valued for its concentrated, high-quality protein and for being an easy way to add B12 and fiber to meals; it’s used sparingly as a flavoring rather than a main energy source.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~3.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

325 kcal

16% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

50 g

100% RDI

Fat

5 g

1g sat fat

Carbs

35 g

13% RDI

Sugar

5 g

10% RDI

Fiber

20 g

67% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

2% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Nutritional Yeast healthy?

Yes, Nutritional Yeast is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (20g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Nutritional Yeast?

Nutritional Yeast is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Nutritional Yeast gluten free?

Yes, Nutritional Yeast is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Nutritional Yeast?

100g of Nutritional Yeast contains 325 kcal, 50g protein, 35g carbohydrates, 5g fat, and 20g fiber.

Q.04Is Nutritional Yeast vegan?

Yes, Nutritional Yeast is vegan.

Q.06Is Nutritional Yeast lactose free?

Yes, Nutritional Yeast is lactose free.

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