Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that is a favorite for recipes or as a condiment. It has a strong flavor that is described as nutty, cheesy, or creamy, which makes it popular as an ingredient in cheese substitutes. I've used it to add a cheesy flavor to recipes. I hope to make a mac n' cheese out of this stuff soon. Some people even use it to flavor their popcorn. It is a good source of protein and vitamins especially the B-complex vitamins and is a complete protein containing 18 amino acids. It has 15 different minerals and is also naturally low in fat and sodium. Some brands of nutritional yeast, though not all, are fortified with vitamin B-12.
It is also helpful if you are diabetic or borderline, as nutritional yeast contains chromium, a trace mineral known as the Glucose Tolerance Factor, or (GTF). If you have fluctuating blood sugar levels or a tendency towards low blood pressure, regular intake of nutritional yeast may help.
For greatest nutritional value, select a non-GMO nutritional yeast that is fortified with vitamin B12.
For more information:
http://www.ehow.com/how_4454257_benefit-from-nutritional-yeast.html#ixzz16zrYWZhK
http://www.ehow.com/how_4454257_benefit-from-nutritional-yeast.html#ixzz16zrAtrAa
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutritional_yeast
http://vegetarian.about.com/od/glossary/g/nutyeast.htm
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