Edible yeasts are a group of beneficial microorganisms, which are used as factories for producing beneficial compounds such as amino acids, B vitamins, digestible proteins, antioxidant compounds, and mineral compounds such as selenium, chromium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, copper, magnesium, and manganese. And it is called potassium. Although, despite the valuable content inside these materials, access to these compounds is not possible due to the protection of the thick cell wall of yeasts in normal state. Obtaining the valuable compounds inside them is done by breaking the cell wall and producing yeast extract. Yeast extract is a nutritious product that works in various industries.
Application of Yeast Extract in Food Industry as Flavoring
Due to its high concentration of amino acids such as glutamic acid, yeast extract induces the umami taste, pleasant taste, and stimulates the taste power, intensifies the taste and finally reduces the salt and sugar used in food. Also, in order to enhance the color of food, it acts as a replacement for caramel color. For this purpose, this valuable material is used in the formulation of materials such as the mentioned ones.
- Condiments, seasonings and flavorings
- Meat products
- sauces
- Snacks
- Juice, soda and drinks
- Flavored breads, cakes and biscuits
- Chocolate and coffee
Application of Yeast Extract in Pharmaceutical Industry
Due to the valuable contents of yeast extract, this substance is used in the pharmaceutical industry to provide nutrients and minerals and essential substances for the body. Yeast extract has many features. For example, it strengthens the body overall, creates appetite, reduces cell death due to cell aging, regulates the absorption of substances needed by cells, reduces blood triglycerides, reduces bad cholesterol levels and increases good cholesterol levels, helps repair damaged tissues, strengthens the immune system and Nervous and maintaining, improving skin health.
Application of Yeast Extract in Livestock, Poultry and Aquatic Feed
Yeast extract is used as a supplement in animal and poultry feed. Due to the presence of high fiber, various vitamins and minerals, this valuable material is very effective in strengthening and increasing the appetite of livestock and providing the animal’s needs. By using yeast extract in animal feed, livestock owners will see an increase in productivity and a decrease in mortality due to the mentioned properties.
