Many times you have heard about the benefits that brewer’s yeast offers for hair. Well get ready, because in this article we will show you how you can make the most of them so that you get healthy hair and, once and for all, show off that radiant and beautiful hair that you have dreamed of so much.
But before starting it is necessary that you understand what this valuable product for the health of our hair is composed of:
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Brewer’s Yeast What is it?
Brewer’s Yeast is made up of a microorganism called Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which makes the fermentation of cereals such as: barley, wheat, oats, corn and even rye possible; This product is used in the production of breads, beer and wines. It has large amounts of nutrients, vitamins and proteins that contribute to the health of your hair. Among its most important components we will find: minerals such as iron and calcium; folic acid, and vitamins B1, B2, B6, as well as biotin, thiamine ; in addition to proteins and amino acids.
What Benefits Will Brewer’s Yeast Bring To Your Hair?
Among the most notable benefits of Beer Yeast we have:
- Stops Hair Loss: This important product strengthens the hair follicles of the scalp, which allows to stop hair loss. You do not need to spend large amounts of money on expensive treatments, you can use Brewer’s Yeast to end this problem that affects both men and women around the world.
- It favors the health of all types of hair: Even if you have oily, dry or normal hair. All can benefit from its many nutrients that will make you look so healthy, bright and strong.
- Maintains Color: thanks to its vitamins invigorate the melanin of the hair, which prevents and delays the appearance of gray hair, thus providing greater vitality, color and shine.
How can we apply Brewer’s Yeast on hair?
To take advantage of the potential of this excellent natural product, we will recommend several masks that you can make from the tranquility of your home, they are very simple to make and require ingredients that you can easily find in any supermarket or store; And better yet, they are quite cheap to do, dare to try the following masks:
Mask # 1: Special for Dry Hair
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons of brewer’s yeast, it can be powdered or flaked.
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Water.
Elaboration
- You must mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous dough.
- Apply the mask to dry hair, from roots to ends.
- Cover your hair with a plastic cap and let it act to absorb all the nutrients. The time will depend on how dry your hair is. Which should be a minimum of 15 minutes and a maximum
- 1 hour.
- After time, rinse with plenty of warm water and then wash your hair as usual.
- Let it air dry.
Mask # 2: Special for Oily Hair
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of brewer’s yeast, it can be powdered or flaked.
- 4 drops of vinegar.
- 1 tablespoon of honey.
- 2 egg yolks.
Elaboration
- You must mix all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous dough.
- Apply the mask on dry hair and on the scalp, from the roots to the ends.
- Cover your hair with a plastic cap so that it absorbs all the nutrients. Leave on for 20 minutes.
- After time, rinse with plenty of water and then wash your head as usual.
- Let it air dry.
Mask # 3: Special for all types of Hair
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons of brewer’s yeast powder or flakes.
- 6 tablespoons of honey.
Elaboration
- You must mix the two ingredients until you get a homogeneous dough.
- Apply the mask to dry hair and scalp, from roots to ends.
- Cover your hair with a plastic cap so that it absorbs all the nutrients. Leave on for at least 20 minutes.
- After time, rinse with plenty of water and then wash your head as usual.
- Let it air dry.
Mask # 4: Special for all types of hair
Ingredients
- 20 grams of powdered brewer’s yeast.
- 1 tablespoon of honey.
- 1 tablespoon of liquid milk.
- 1 egg.
Elaboration
- Heat the milk and mix it with the yeast.
- Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- After time, add the rest of the ingredients to the mixture, stirring very well.
- Apply this mask on the hair from the roots to the ends.
- Let it dry for 1 hour.
- After the time you can rinse with your regular shampoo and conditioner.
- Let it air dry.
- Go through this process at least 3 times a month.
Once you apply these masks you will immediately observe the changes in your hair. You will notice the difference no matter what type of hair you have, your hair will look strong and silky.
Can beer yeast be consumed?
Brewer’s Yeast is a natural product that you can use not only through external use applications such as masks; but also, if you wish, you can ingest it through the different presentations, which we will explain below.
There are two types of presentations for consumption:
- Presentation in powder or flakes: It is the most recommended because its absorption is more effective. It is recommended to consume together with food or mixed in natural juices. It is recommended to consume between 1 or 2 tablespoons a day.
- Presentation in capsules, pills or tablets: this type of presentation can be taken with a good glass of water or with a juice, we recommend consuming one every day before breakfast. We suggest seeing the indications on the packaging that will indicate the number of grams per capsule, depending on the product, and the recommendations for its consumption.
You should start with small doses and increase until you reach the recommended daily dose. Remember, that Brewer’s Yeast contains a high fiber content, so we have to gradually get used to our body. Be cautious when starting consumption.
As for the contraindications, Beer Yeast does not present many, although it is also advisable not to abuse its consumption , since its excess could be harmful, especially for people with hypertension problems or high uric acid. In any case, when in doubt, it is best to consult your trusted doctor.
How can you consume Brewer’s Yeast?
Brewer’s yeast can be added to just about any dish. We especially recommend trying it with legume stews, in soups, in hot or cold vegetable creams, in yogurts with cereals, pasta sauces, stuffed with vegetables, au gratin or even in batter. We can add it without fear to the casserole of a family meal, or simply add a little to our individual portion.
Here are a few recipes so that you can incorporate Brewer’s Yeast into your diet in a pleasant and enjoyable way:
- Option # 1: A cup with assorted fruits: apples, strawberries, papaya, bananas or others of your choice. On top, add plain yogurt mixed with 30 grams of brewer’s yeast.
- Option # 2: A glass of Oatmeal, sweetened with honey and mixed with 30 grams of brewer’s yeast.
- Option # 3: A cup of prune yogurt mixed with 20 grams of brewer’s yeast.
- Option # 4: When making a fruit juice or smoothie, you can add two tablespoons of brewer’s yeast.
Many people love that particular flavor that brewer’s yeast brings to different dishes; So, we can only invite you, if you have not done so yet, to try it and share with family and friends your experiences, in your culinary task, with this interesting ingredient.
Did you know…
The history of yeast began many decades ago, thanks to the discovery of Louis Pasteur in 1857, when he discovered the process of fermentation. This discovery continues to have a great influence on our daily lives. Thanks to her discovery, today we can consume delicious breads, beer and important nutritional supplements …
With these fabulous tips, you have the way to achieve healthy hair . Go ahead and say goodbye to that weak and brittle hair. You have already discovered the benefits of Brewer’s Yeast for hair, and how to get good results. Well, dare to make the most of it and show off your beautiful and radiant hair, because you very well deserve it.
Kathie Sand always saw the world of beauty as the terrain on which to build her professional career, a goal that was clear to her when she was only 15 years old. Her great concern to expand knowledge led her to settle in Paris where she studied hand in hand with the best beauty professionals and with the most advanced techniques for skin care.