Comparison

Levure de bière vs Hefe

Overall, Hefe has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientLevure de bièreHefe
Nutri-Score — —
NOVA group 1 4
Calories 331 kcal 344 kcal
Fat 4.5 g 0.1 g
Saturated fat 0.8 g 0.1 g
Sugars 0.8 g 0.3 g
Salt 0.3 g 0.2 g
Fiber 23 g 22.8 g
Protein 45 g 37.2 g
Additives01
AllergensGlutenNone listed

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Hefe has 98% less fat (0.1 g vs 4.5 g).
  • Hefe has 88% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.8 g).
  • Hefe has 63% less sugar (0.3 g vs 0.8 g).
  • Levure de bière has 17% more protein (45 g vs 37.2 g).
  • Levure de bière is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only Levure de bière lists: Gluten.

Ingredients

Levure de bière

Levure de bière 93%, extrait de malt d'orge 7%

Hefe

Trockenbackhefe, Emulgator (E491).

FAQ

Which is healthier: Levure de bière or Hefe?

Overall, Hefe has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Levure de bière has fewer calories: 331 kcal versus 344 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Hefe has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.

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