Nutritional Yeast vs Hefeflocken
Overall, Nutritional Yeast has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Nutritional Yeast | Hefeflocken |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | d |
| NOVA group | 1 | 3 |
| Calories | 400 kcal | 347 kcal |
| Fat | 4 g | 5 g |
| Saturated fat | — | 1.3 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 10 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 17 g | 20 g |
| Protein | 50 g | 27 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hefeflocken has 13% fewer calories (347 kcal vs 400 kcal).
- Nutritional Yeast has 20% less fat (4 g vs 5 g).
- Nutritional Yeast has no sugar, while Hefeflocken has 10 g.
- Nutritional Yeast has 98% less salt (0.1 g vs 2.5 g).
- Hefeflocken has 15% more fiber (20 g vs 17 g).
- Nutritional Yeast has 46% more protein (50 g vs 27 g).
- Nutritional Yeast is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Hefeflocken lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Nutritional Yeast
dried yeast, niacin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), thiamin hydrochloride (vitamin b1), riboflavin (vitamin b2), folic acid (vitamin b9), cyanocobalamin (vitamin b12).
Hefeflocken
79% Hefe*, 20% GERSTEN - MALZMEHL*, Meersalz. *aus biologischer Landwirtschaft
FAQ
Which is healthier: Nutritional Yeast or Hefeflocken?
Overall, Nutritional Yeast 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?
Hefeflocken has fewer calories: 347 kcal versus 400 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Nutritional Yeast has less sugar: 0 g versus 10 g per 100 g.