Nutritional Yeast Flakes vs Blue iron liquid iron
Overall, Nutritional Yeast Flakes has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Nutritional Yeast Flakes | Blue iron liquid iron |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 1 | 4 |
| Calories | 200 kcal | 260 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | — |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 11 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10 g | — |
| Protein | 40 g | 0.2 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Nutritional Yeast Flakes has 23% fewer calories (200 kcal vs 260 kcal).
- Nutritional Yeast Flakes has no sugar, while Blue iron liquid iron has 11 g.
- Blue iron liquid iron has no salt, while Nutritional Yeast Flakes has 0.5 g.
- Nutritional Yeast Flakes has 99% more protein (40 g vs 0.2 g).
- Nutritional Yeast Flakes is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Nutritional Yeast Flakes
Dried yeast. May contain traces of sesame.
Blue iron liquid iron
Mineral Water, Pear juice concentrate (20%), Natural Blueberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) Juice (2%), Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Iron (Ferric Saccharate), Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Zinc Gluconate, Thickener: Xanthan Gum, Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin), Preservative: Potassium Sorbate, Folic Acid (Calcam-L-methyl-folate), Biotin.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Nutritional Yeast Flakes or Blue iron liquid iron?
Overall, Nutritional Yeast Flakes 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?
Nutritional Yeast Flakes has fewer calories: 200 kcal versus 260 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Nutritional Yeast Flakes has less sugar: 0 g versus 11 g per 100 g.