Question About Brewer's Yeast

I read somewhere that taking Brewer's Yeast will keep bugs from biting you. I also read that it keeps fleas and ticks off dogs. My question is this ~ is it safe to use? I mean what if a person has an unknown yeast allergy, what would happen? I'm hesitant to start taking it because of a friend I had who had a child with autism. My friend believed with her whole heart that it was actually a yeast allergy that worsened the autism. So, does anyone here take it?

Brewers yeast combined with garlic powder is a popular natural way to keep fleas and ticks off of dogs, it makes them taste bad. It's very safe to take, its loaded with B- vitamins. A lot of people have switched to nutritional yeast, I don't remember off hand what the difference between the two is, I think it may be the type of yeast, as for keeping bugs off of people, I've never heard of it being used that way. I would try using citronella essential oil. Note: the combo above does NOT kill the buggers just keeps them off your pets, if you have them (bugs) in your house you will still need to treat. 20 mule team borax (found in the laundry soap aisle) sprinkled on your carpet will kill fleas. Also a night light plugged into a low outlet with a bowl of soapy water will attract and kill fleas. They go to the light and land in the soapy water and die. I've used it before and it really works.

Thank you MID. Do you know if it has the same effect on humans? I actually want to start taking it and maybe let the kids take it, but I am concerned about its effects on children....

BTM I found this at the Alternative Medicine site. You can read more about preparations and how it is sold. There are many different varieties. Check the rest of the article at link:

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_g2603/is_0002/ai_2603000229

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Brewer's yeast
Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine by Jennifer Wurges

Description
Brewer's yeast is an ingredient that is used to ferment sugars to alcohol in the brewing of beer. It consists of the ground, dried cells of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a one-celled plant that is a variety of fungus.

Brewer's yeast contains all the essential amino acids , 14 minerals, and 17 vitamins. It is one of the best natural sources of the B-complex vitamins thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, pantothenic acid , biotin, and folic acid . It is also high in minerals, including chromium, zinc, iron, phosphorus, and selenium. Brewer's yeast is also a good source of protein. It contains approximately 16 g of protein per 30 g of powdered yeast. Brewer's yeast is a good source of RNA, an immune-enhancing nucleic acid that may help in the prevention of degenerative diseases and slowing the aging process.

General use
Vegetarians have used brewer's yeast as a source of protein, vitamins, and minerals for many years. In addition to being an excellent nutritional supplement, brewer's yeast is often recommended to regulate blood sugar levels, improve the health of the skin, control diarrhea, lower cholesterol, and repel insects.

Brewer's yeast is one of the best sources of the mineral chromium. Two tablespoons of brewer's yeast yields about 120 micrograms (mcg) of chromium, an amount equal to the recommended daily allowance. Chromium is an important factor in regulating blood sugar levels. High levels of chromium increase glucose tolerance. Diabetes and hypoglycemia are two conditions in which blood sugar levels are unstable. Brewer's yeast has been reported to help improve symptoms of diabetes and hypoglycemia, and may act to prevent diabetes from developing in persons with a family history of diabetes and in those who have problems with blood sugar metabolism. One Danish study reported that people with hypoglycemia showed an improvement in their symptoms after taking 2 tbsp of brewer's yeast every day for one month.

B-complex vitamins are important for healthy skin and nails. Persons deficient in these vitamins may benefit from taking brewer's yeast as it is rich in B-complex vitamins. A compound derived from brewer's yeast, skin respiratory factor (SRF) reportedly has wound healing properties. SRF has been a component in over-the-counter hemorrhoid remedies for more than four decades. SRF also has been used to treat skin problems. Brewer's yeast has been used in the treatment of contact dermatitis , a condition of the skin characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed skin.

Another component of brewer's yeast also has wound healing properties. Glucan, a substance derived from the yeast, has been shown to improve wound healing in mice by activating macrophages and promoting the growth of skin cells and capillaries.

Brewer's yeast may help to prevent constipation. Thirty grams of brewer's yeast contains approximately 6 grams of dietary fiber (24% of the recommended daily amount). Fiber is an important part of the diet as it helps increase the bulk of fecal matter, thereby promoting healthy bowels and intestines. Brewer's yeast has also been found to be helpful in cases of diarrhea. The yeast acts to encourage the growth of good bacteria in the intestines.

Studies show that brewer's yeast may be helpful in decreasing cholesterol and raising HDL levels (the good cholesterol). A study performed at Syracuse University in New York reported that persons who consumed 2 tbsp of brewer's yeast daily for two months reduced their cholesterol levels by 10%.

Pet owners have known about the ability of brewer's yeast ability to repel ticks and fleas for many years. Wafers that contain brewer's yeast can be given to animals for this purpose. Powdered brewer's yeast may be sprinkled on the animal's food also. The large amounts of thiamine in brewer's yeast may act to repel mosquitoes from humans as well.

Generous doses of brewer's yeast may help to prevent cancers such as prostate cancer. When combined with wheat germ , brewer's yeast is helpful in preventing heart problems. Brewer's yeast may also be helpful in the treatment of fatigue or low energy.

Thank you, Spring. I am going to take some today and let you know. I just don't want no funky yeast growing on my brain....hahahaha

Hey, BTM....cool avatarpic....brewer's yeast PLUS WHEAT GERM ACTUALLY TASTES GOOD (in a banana smoothie, for example. The whole range of Vitamin B is why that plus potassium and tryptophane from the banana makes for relaxation/muscle pick-up. Thanks for tryin the lemon/grapefruit method. I am doing it too. I am drinking spinach and parsley juice and eating salad....I must have been a monkey in more than one lifetime....

I mix brewer's yeast with my seasoning salt and put it on popcorn ever day. It's delicious and I don't have fleas.

And no yeast growing on your brain? ;)

YEAST YE LEAST EXPECT IT, THOU SHALT BE RE-LEASED! THANKS FOR BUMPING US ABOUT :bump: :bump: :coffee4:

I'm liking the Brewer's yeast by the way. I don't have a single bite on me and poor Two is eaten up with bites. He wouldn't take it. Maybe he will now though. He didn't know about Oklahoma chiggers and such.

Jojo ~ no fleas? How about a poem then?

The Flea

Bite.

Itch.

Scratch.

The Flea.

MSM for Two.

Melissa, the biggest bonus you will see from the brewer's yeast is on your already gorgeous hair ---it'll be even more gorgeous.