A woman came to the pharmacy complaining that she had taken yeast pills to lose weight, but she had negative results! Her appetite for food increased and her weight increased.

What is the reason in your opinion? Is it the doctor's fault? Have you tried yeast pills for weight loss before? When does it have a fattening effect?

It has become popular recently to take yeast pills for weight loss, but at the same time, other opposing opinions say that brewer's yeast pills can be used for fattening.

Continue reading, my dear butterfly, as our team will answer all your questions related to yeast pills, their benefits and harms, and how to use them for fattening or slimming.

What are Yeast Pills?

They are medicinal capsules, also called beer pills or brewer's yeast pills. They are taken orally and have a bitter taste. They differ from the yeast that is put in the ingredients used in the production of bread and beer because they are made from the fungus Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which is a single-celled fungus. Non-living agent, brewer's yeast is used as a nutritional supplement. It is rich in vitamin B and chromium, which helps maintain normal blood sugar levels.

Yeast pills contain live microorganisms that help support digestive system functions, raise energy levels, and support the immune system. They are rich in:

• Zinc: stimulates wound healing and strengthens the senses of taste and smell
• Magnesium: Supports the absorption of calcium in the bones and stimulates vitamin D in the kidneys
• Iron: Provides the oxygen necessary for the functioning of the body's systems
• Potassium: Maintains fluid balance in the body, supports the transmission of nerve commands, stimulates muscle contraction, and maintains a healthy heartbeat.
• Selenium: protects against some types of cancer, and is necessary for the functioning of the thyroid gland
• Protein increases muscle mass and supports strength
• Chromium: protects against diabetes and contributes to regulating glucose and cholesterol levels in the blood.

It is also considered an important source of various B vitamins:

• Thiamine B1: It contributes to the breakdown of sugar molecules in food in preparation for their digestion, helps in the production of some neurotransmitters in the brain, helps in the production of fatty acids, and supports the production of some hormones.
• Riboflavin B2: It contributes to the breakdown of fats, medications, and some hormones. It converts the amino acid tryptophan into niacin and converts vitamin B6 into a coenzyme that the body needs.
• Niacin B3: It converts energy in carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into other forms that can be used by the body’s cells. It regulates metabolic processes within cells, stimulates communication across cells, and the formation of gene expression of genetic material in cells.
• Pantothenic acid B5
• Pyridoxine B6
• Folic acid B9
• Biotin B7

Non-bitter Yeast Pills

It is an updated version of brewer's yeast, more processed to remove its bitterness. Removing the bitterness means reducing the amount of chromium in the yeast pills. If you are taking yeast pills as a nutritional supplement and are looking for a rich source of chromium, make sure not to take yeast pills that have no bitterness.

At the end of the article, you will be able to differentiate between how to use yeast pills for fattening and how to use them for slimming.

Yeast Pills Forms

Yeast pills are not the only form of brewer's yeast. Rather, there are many different forms that you can buy, such as flakes, liquid, or tablets. Most importantly, follow the instructions written on the package of brewer's yeast that you purchased regarding how to use it in your food:

• If you buy flake yeast, you can sprinkle it on your food items.
• Pour the liquid form into your drinks.

Find out which form of brewer's yeast you prefer and taste best. If you don't like its taste, use the pill form of yeast.

Yeast Pills Benefits

Yeast pills have many various advantages and benefits, and here we mention some of them:

Yeast Pills have probiotic properties

Probiotics are nutritional supplements and foods that contain live microbes that maintain and improve the good bacteria in the intestines. This makes them more effective in combating and preventing diarrhea and is also useful in treating other disorders that the digestive system can face, such as:

• Lactose intolerance
• Colitis caused by Clostridium difficile
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Travelers' diarrhea
• Diarrhea that caused by taking antibiotics.

Yeast pills maintain the body's general health

Yeast pills maintain the health of the skin, hair, mouth, and eyes. Yeast pills also increase energy levels in the body and can be effective in strengthening the immune system and supporting the nervous system.

• The presence of chromium in yeast pills can contribute to regulating the sugar level in patients with type 2 diabetes, as it improves lactose tolerance.
• Iron protects against anemia
• It increases various muscle mass because it contains important nutrients in the metabolism process.
• Yeast pills contain zinc, which plays an effective role in reducing the amount of harmful cholesterol in the blood.
• Yeast pills relieve pain and inflammation associated with nerve endings
• It can help treat acne in those with oily skin, and help reduce excess sebum production.
• It treats skin allergies and protects it from various infections
• Yeast pills improve mood and increase the ability to sleep peacefully
• Yeast pills help relieve anxiety and stress.
• It is considered an effective ingredient in treating headaches and calming the nerves in some people.
• Yeast pills are used to support heart health and cholesterol and stimulate blood circulation in your body
• Improves cognitive functions and mood
• Support healthy hair, skin, and nails
• Supports and improves metabolism
• Reduces symptoms associated with respiratory infections
• It contributes greatly to treating the problem of diarrhea.
• It maintains the health and radiance of the skin, as it stimulates the production of proteins necessary for the skin
• They are considered antioxidants, fight the signs of aging, tighten the skin, and maintain its youth

Harmful Effects of Excessive Use of Yeast Pills

As we mentioned previously, yeast pills are free from harm and have many benefits, but excessive consumption of them will change the situation and lead to annoying side effects for some people, including:

• Intestinal colic.
• Feeling bloated, gases, and disturbances in your digestive system in general.
• Reducing calcium levels in the body; It is rich in phosphorus, which contributes to the excretion of calcium in the urine.
• Feeling itchy and sensitive, especially in people who suffer from chronic allergies, and causing skin swelling.
• Increased chances of the appearance of pathological symptoms that accompany Crohn's disease, which affects the intestines. Therefore, it is preferable not to be used by a patient infected with it.
• Increased chances of developing rickets, which affects bones and causes thinning.
• Increased blood pressure if there is an error in getting rid of tyramine. In the normal state, the body breaks it down and gets rid of it

Yeast Pills for Slimming

We indeed talked about yeast pills containing fiber, minerals, and B vitamins, but they alone will not be sufficient for slimming and weight loss, so they must be combined with a healthy and balanced diet.

Consult your doctor to discuss nutritional supplements and weight loss before making any changes to your diet.

A 3 tablespoon serving contains:

• 95 calories
• 1 gram of fat
• 10 grams of carbohydrates
• 5 grams of fiber
• 11 grams of protein.
• 25 percent or more of the daily value for thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid - all B vitamins and the mineral phosphorus.

Although yeast pills contain nutrients that contribute to weight loss, we cannot ignore that they are a source of calories. If you want to lose weight, you must pay attention and monitor the calories you take in from food, and do not eat more than your body burns. Make changes to your diet such as:

• Make sure to eat three meals a day, plus a snack, to provide your body with energy and control your hunger.
• Focus your meals on eating vegetables and fruits to save calories and ensure you get more fiber
• Eat beans and whole grains, which are rich in fiber
• Eat lean protein sources such as tofu, chicken, skim milk products, or milk alternatives.

Start your morning by using yeast pills according to their shape, for example:

• Mix brewer's yeast in a cup of water.
• Take a tablespoon full of flakes or liquid and mix it with water.
• Take two or three pills one or two hours before each meal.
• Take two to three pills at night, at least three or four hours before getting up.

Here are some tips to improve the absorption of yeast pills and lose weight:

• Drink this mixture on an empty stomach every morning for at least two weeks, until the results begin to appear. It helps you feel full and thus reduces the amount of food you eat.
• Eat a low-calorie breakfast
• Do not eat heavy food items like pancakes and other things.
• Start on a vegetable and meat diet
• Make yourself a salad throughout the day and sprinkle your salad with brewer's yeast.
• Sprinkle dinner with a thin layer of brewer's yeast.
• Eat fresh, raw vegetables like carrots and pickled cucumbers whenever you feel hungry instead of snacking throughout the day.

Yeast Pills for Fattening 

The action of yeast pills is based on increasing the number of calories taken in, so eating them after food means an increase in the number of calories above the number of calories we ate in the meal, and this leads to weight gain.

The components of yeast pills, such as protein and various B vitamins, work to stimulate appetite, especially B12, which helps in the metabolism process and gaining more weight.

To ensure weight gain with the help of yeast pills:

• Eat it before or after a meal daily
• Dissolve it in water, natural juices, or milk and drink it.
• Use yeast pills before breakfast and immediately before bed, with a cup of milk, to gain weight.
• Take two yeast pills after breakfast, after lunch, and the same after dinner. If you suffer from extreme thinness, replace the two pills with three pills.

Yeast pills contain a large amount of proteins. Two large tablespoons of them contain 14 g of protein. This helps increase muscle mass in the body, which is a positive thing. The benefits of yeast pills in gaining weight depend on increasing muscle mass and not fats that are harmful to your health.

Yeast Pills for Bodybuilders

Unlike the artificial supplements developed by the fitness industry, yeast pills are a natural nutritional supplement known for their great nutritional value. Bodybuilders relied on them in the 1950s, and they paid attention to their diet to meet their protein needs and exercised to gain weight healthily.

Yeast pills help support the metabolism by enhancing the essential nutrients in the body, amino acids, and proteins, which allows for increased muscle mass and reduced fat.

The dose of yeast pills is 1 to 2 tablespoons for adults, while the General Nutrition Center recommends taking 8 to 16 tablets daily of 500 mg tablets.

Yeast Pills for Milk Production

You must have wondered whether using yeast pills leads to milk production during breastfeeding.

This may or may not be true. Some personal reports and animal studies have confirmed that the type of yeast found in yeast pills can contribute to milk production. However, reliable and sufficient scientific studies have not been conducted on humans.

In both cases, consult your doctor before consuming anything while breastfeeding.

Yeast Pills Storage Instructions

Exposing yeast pills to direct air will shorten their life, for example

■ If the yeast pills are in an open envelope:

• Fold the top part over
• Seal the envelope with a tape, paperclip, or elastic

■If the pills are in a bag:

• Press it to ensure that as much air as possible is expelled from the bag
• Tie the bag with tape or rubber band, then seal it in a ziplock bag
• Transfer the yeast to a glass container with a tight-fitting lid.

Store the yeast pills in a cool, dry place, and keep them in a place out of the reach of children. Differences in the color of the yeast pills are normal in this product.

Who Cannot Take Yeast Pills?

Despite the many benefits of yeast pills, some people should not take them before consulting a doctor. Do not take yeast pills in the following cases:

• If you are one of the people who have difficulty excreting or processing vitamins, such as vitamin B12, thiamin, and riboflavin, which are water-soluble substances, the body excretes excess of them. If you are concerned about this matter, consult your doctor.
• If you are one of those people whose migraines (which they get regularly) are triggered by taking tyramine, i.e. if you have chronic headaches, you should consider staying away from nutritional yeast pills.
• If you take diabetes medications or medications that reduce pain, consult your doctor about possible interactions.
• If you suffer from an overactive immune system, taking more yeast pills can increase the severity of the response.
• If you suffer from Crohn's disease, stay away from yeast pills
• If you are allergic to yeast
• If you suffer from fungal infections
• If you are taking diabetes medications and antidepressants belonging to the monoamine oxidase inhibitor group.
• If you are taking various types of antidepressants, such as terbinafine and fluconazole
• If you are taking meperidine

It is recommended not to take yeast pills for slimming and fattening without consulting a doctor, as there is not enough information about the safety of using brewer’s yeast pills for these groups:

• Children
• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding
• People with skin infections
• People with diabetes
• People with high blood pressure
• People with a certain health condition

Yeast Pills Allergies 

Allergic reactions when taking yeast pills are rare, but they can happen to anyone. They appear shortly after starting to take the pills. You must know their symptoms so that you can stop taking yeast pills if they appear:

• Nasal congestion or stuffiness
• Itchy skin
• Itchy throat and mouth
• A wheezing sound when breathing
• The occurrence of urticaria (blisters and red bumps on the skin)
  Skin rash
• Anaphylactic shock (a serious allergic reaction whose symptoms include difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat, and low blood pressure)

Yeast Pills and Infertility

Some people wonder whether yeast pills cause infertility or not, and we tell you, ma'am, there are different opinions, and most opinions say that yeast helps in procreation, and helps improve and strengthen sperm, while others say that yeast has no direct links to marriage and sexual ability in particular.

Despite all the prevailing beliefs about it, there are still no sufficient and reliable scientific studies that give us how to use yeast pills or confirm its benefits and effectiveness in slimming and fattening.

The yeast pills for fattening and slimming that are sold in the market are many and varied, so we advise you, my dear, to adhere to the dosage written on the box and specified by the manufacturers, and ensure that you buy reliable types.

If you're thinking about trying brewer's yeast, talk about it with your doctor or healthcare provider first before taking it — that way, you can ensure the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

From our team, greetings to you and our wishes for you to achieve your goals.. Do not give up..

FAQ about Yeast Pills

■What does it mean that yeast pills are probiotics?

Probiotics are nutritional supplements and foods that contain live microbes that maintain and improve the good bacteria in the intestines, which makes them more effective in combating and preventing diarrhea and contributes to treating some other problems that affect the digestive system.

■What are yeast pills?

They are nutritional supplements, rich in zinc, magnesium, iron, potassium, selenium, protein and chromium. They are also an important source of various B vitamins such as thiamine B1, riboflavin B2, niacin B3, pantothenic acid B5, pyridoxine B6, folic acid B9, and biotin B7.

■When do yeast pills make you fat and when do you lose weight?

The method of making yeast pills is based on increasing the amount of calories taken. Eating them after food means an increase in the amount of calories above the amount of calories we ate in the meal. As for those who take them before food to lose weight, it helps them feel full and thus reduces the amount of food eaten during the meal.

■When should you consult a doctor before taking yeast pills?

You should consult a doctor before taking yeast pills, if:

Children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with skin infections,  and people with diabetes

People with high blood pressure and people with certain health conditions.

■ How do I know that I am allergic to yeast pills?

If you are allergic to yeast pills, you will have the following symptoms: nasal congestion or stuffiness, itchy skin, itching in the throat and mouth, a wheezing sound when breathing, urticaria (blisters and red bumps on the skin), rash, and anaphylactic shock (a serious allergic reaction whose symptoms include difficulty breathing), swelling of the throat and low blood pressure)

■Do yeast pills affect the menstrual cycle?

No, yeast pills do not affect the menstrual cycle

■Do yeast pills affect the thyroid gland?

Not enough studies have been conducted on the subject, but the majority have confirmed that there is no harm to the thyroid gland if you use yeast pills, knowing that yeast pills are usually taken early in the morning on an empty stomach.

Written by: Haidy Soliman

Translated by: Ph. Marah Mohamad

Sources:

Chicago weight loss and vitally clinic

Health line

Live strong 

Very well health

Web MD