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Instant yeast
Instant yeast by BRUGGEMAN provides 357 kcal per 100 g, with 14 g of sugars and 43.7 g of protein. That is 263% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Yeast category and comes in a 500g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 263 +36% |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 3.8 +49% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 1 −14% |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g | 22.5 −15% |
| Total sugars | 14 g | 3.9 +263% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 27 g | 19.5 +38% |
| Protein | 43.7 g | 31.4 +39% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 1.8 −84% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 225 Yeast products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other yeast
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Ingredients
Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) Emulsifier E491 (Sorbitan Monostearate)
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 500g
- Sold in
- Belgium, France, Germany
- Barcode
- 54061057
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Instant yeast?
Instant yeast contains 357 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Instant yeast?
Instant yeast has 14 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Instant yeast healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 1, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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