Lewis Labs - Brewer's Yeast, 32 oz powder | 
| Brand: Lewis Labs
Category: Health and Beauty
Buy New: $10.97 - $34.49
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Ingredients: Calories: 116, Calories From Fat: 0, Total Fat: 0gm, Saturated Fat: 0gm, Cholesterol: 0gm, Sodium: 63mg, Total Carbohydrate: 13gm, Dietary Fiber: 6gm, Sugars: 0gm, Protein: 16gm
Size: 32
UPC: 042515435021
EAN: 0042515435021
ASIN: B00014WI5U
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| • | Additional availability information: For shipments in the continental U.S.: If an item is backordered, we will ship the balance of your order immediately and send your backordered item when it becomes available at no additional shipping charge. For further information, refer to our Shipping Rates & Policy link found below. | | • | Serving Size - 2 tablespoon | | • | Does Not Contain: Not blended or fortified--nothing added. |
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The best I have tried (in 29+ years of yeast use) May 5, 2010
Jonathan Evatt (Global Citizen)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
In short--this is the best tasting and best quality nutritional yeast I have had in over 29 years of using such products.
If you are not familiar with brewer's yeast (whatever the brand), it is a great, easy, and cost-effective way to get a wide range of easily digestible nutrients into the body, particularly a wide range of key B-vitamins, and a long list of amino acids (what we get from protein). It is considered to be a source of B-12 (useful for vegans), although research from Dr Gabriel Cousins (an expert in wholefood nutrition) suggests we don't assimilate B12 from yeast. It is also very high in chromium, making it an excellent food for hypoglycemics. Chromium is essential for maintain blood sugar balance, and you'll get 190 mcg of it in just two tablespoons of this product.
>> The context of my review and experience with brewer's yeast <<
I have been eating brewer's yeast for about the last 29 years. My mother always had some in the pantry, so I started eating it when I was a child. I have been eating it regularly ever since. I've tried many kinds, and found out a fair bit about it. This is by far the most delicious Brewer's Yeast I have had in the past 29 years.
>> Clearing up a naming issue <<
You may notice that there are two names for edible yeast. One is "brewer's yeast" and the other is "nutritional yeast". Technically, as I understand it, brewer's yeast is a natural by-product of the fermentation process that takes place for brewing bear, wine, vinegar, and so forth. It will naturally contain some by-products of the raw materials involved in the brewing process (hops, barley, malt, sugar, etc.). Barley and malt contains gluten, so true brewer's yeast is typically NOT gluten-free. An astounding number of people (often unknowingly) have mild to severe gluten allergies, those with Celiac Disease being the worst, with total gluten intollerance. Brewer's yeast tends to have a bitter taste to it, unless it is de-bittered, but that process can result in a loss of nutrients, particularly chromium. Many people would benefit from eating more chromium, especially those with blood sugar level issues such as hypoglycaemia, pre-diabetes conditions, and full blown diabetes).
Nutritional yeast is produced specifically for people to eat as a dietary supplement. It is typically made by fermenting yeast on sugar beets, beet molasses, sugar cane, etc. For this reason it is typically gluten-free, and more likely to be GMO-free.
Some of the brewer's/nutritionals yeast sold in bulk bins has added salt. I have seen claims that some has added M.S.G. (mono sodium glutamate), although I've never seen this on the ingredient list. I have asked shops with yeast in bulk bins to show me their brewer's yeast ingredients list and seen added salt on the list. Best to avoid this.
HERE'S THE DEAL:: Lewis Labs are calling their product "Brewer's Yeast". I have no idea why. Yet, according to the above, it is technically "nutritional yeast". It is therefore (certified) gluten-free, and (certified) GMO-free (see below). It has not had to be de-bittered, and it tastes GREAT!!
>> Avoiding GMOs? <<
Yeast that is used for commercial brewing (and bread production) in the USA and Canada has a high chance of being genetically modified. If you wish to avoid consuming genetically modified organisms, use certified GMO free nutritional yeast such as this one.
>> What's so great about Lewis Labs yeast? <<
** In my opinion it tastes great. Really great. My partner and I just finished a 16oz container in about three weeks. We put it on almost every savoury meal we eat. Yes, perhaps it is slightly addictive, or maybe we are just crazy!!
** It has no added salt or MSG.
** It is GMO-free. It is certified gluten-free.
** It is certified Kosher (for those people requiring this) - see the Kosher certificate I uploaded
>> How does it compare with other brands? <<
In terms of taste it is one of the best I have tried. I also like the texture.
In terms of nutritional content, I compared it with the much cheaper Swanson Brewer's Yeast Powder, and it comes out the same or typically higher on most nutrients. Compared to the de-bittered Brewer's Yeast from Twinlabs, it is less potent on some nutrients, and about the same on others. I read numerous reviews, however, saying it does not taste nice. I've not tried it myself.
It is about twice the price of Twinlab Natural Organic Brewer's Yeast, 18oz, and close to three times the price of Swanson Brewer's Yeast 16 oz (454 g) Powder.
What I like about the Lewis Labs product is that it is great tasting nutritional yeast (despite them calling it "brewer's yeast"). It has not been de-bittered (no subsequent loss of nutrients), is GMO-free and gluten-free.
>> My recommendation <<
If you know you have no gluten allergies, and don't mind running the risk of eating genetically modified yeast (you could phone them and ask about their GMO status), I recommend trying the Swanson Brewer's Yeast Powder just because it is so much cheaper, and then compare it with the Lewis Labs product. Buy them both and try each one. If you like the taste of the Swanson product, then that might be the way to go - it is certainly a LOT cheaper. I shall leave that decision to you.
This product from Lewis Labs is the most expensive natural yeast product I think I have used. But it really does taste fantastic, so for now I will continue to use it.
I have uploaded some product label images for your information. I also uploaded the Kosher certificate. You'll find them at the top left of the page where the main product image is located. Just hold the mouse over the little thumbnails under the main image.
I wish you all the best of health,
Jonathan Evatt
International lecturer, Yoga teacher, and award-winning author of Peace, Power, and Presence: A guide to Self Empowerment, Inner Peace, and Spiritual Enlightenment
P.S. By the way, the manufacturer's info on this product can be found here: [...]
Best brewer's yeast March 3, 2010
M. Schoolfield
This is my favorite brewer's yeast, hands down. Here's why:
1. It tastes much better than other ones I've tried.
2. The nutritional profile is great, especially for protein and iron. A single serving of 2 tablespoons provides 16g of protein and 30% RDA of iron.
3. It dissolves easily and tastes good in most recipes (cookies are a favorite).
4. The cost here on Amazon is awesome!
Better than KAL Brand, can give niacin flush January 13, 2010
cherrycake
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought both this brand and KAL brand. This one is tastier, with a richer, more complex flavor and better texture. Also, This brand gives me that "niacin flush", a blood rush to the face and chest, that is like a blush. This tells me it's freshness/nutritional quality is better.
Niacin causes your capillaries in the body to widen. Capillaries are the main way for the body to rid itself of toxins. The niacin flush is actually a very healthy reaction from our bodies. Niacin flush will ebb in an individual when tolerance levels are reached. I used both yeasts after lengths of abstinence from nutritional yeasts. Only the Lewis Labs brand gave me the result.
A niacin flush is not why I eat nutritional yeast, but I'll choose the one that gives it over the one that doesn't. By the way, this reaction can be avoided, if you don't want it. By starting out using only small amounts and gauging your reaction to the food, you can find out about how your body reacts. You'll receive nutritional benefit in any case. I find the flush an interesting/positive reaction. Eat without fear, it will not necessarily cause this reaction in you.
Lewis Labs Brewer's Yeast December 2, 2009
Shay (Kansas)
I have taken Brewer's Yeast for many years, and the only one I can tolerate the taste of is Lewis Labs' since the yeast is grown on beets. This product provides the B vitamins I have never been able to assimilate. It is an awesome product.
 Swanson's $4.99/lb product tastes just as good November 27, 2009
Caseygrrl
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I purchased Lewis the first time at the grocery store, where it is waaaay overpriced. I was reluctant to try Swanson's brand because Lewis touts its brand as the only one that does not have a bad taste. I tried Swanson's brand based on a favorable review on their website which claimed it had no bad taste, so I bought a couple cans. I cannot tell any difference in appearance or taste between Lewis Labs and Swanson's. And Swanson's is much cheaper :D!
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