Seasonings and extras
Nutritional yeast
Concentrated B vitamins, including B12 when fortified.
Nutrition facts
Serving: 2 tbsp (10 g)
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 33 kcal | |
| Protein | 4.5 g | |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1 % |
Values per serving, calculated from typical label values: this food has no equivalent in the USDA database.
What the label does not say
- No USDA entry is matched to this food: values vary from one brand to another, so read the label on your container.
- Yeast provides vitamin B12 only if it is fortified: unfortified nutritional yeast contains none, since yeast does not make this vitamin. The word 'fortified' or B12 in the table makes the difference.
Preparation
Sprinkled over a hot dish or stirred into a sauce, nutritional yeast keeps its protein and minerals; the added B vitamins withstand brief cooking, but thiamine loses part of its content with prolonged heat.
To mention to a professional
- If you eat a vegan diet, the B12 in fortified yeast only counts as a reliable source if the amount is listed in the table; something to review with your professional.
Sources
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Vitamin B12 fact sheet
- Health Canada, Nutrition Labelling
Educational information: it does not replace the advice of a health professional, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.