Is Nutritional Yeast Heavily Processed?
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Nutritional yeast is an inactive yeast, a form of the fungus Saccharomyces cerevisiae, that is cultivated, harvested, and heat-dried to create a condiment prized for its nutty, cheesy, and savory flavor. While it is a manufactured product, its level of processing varies significantly, depending on whether it is fortified with synthetic vitamins.