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wrote:

> Hi,
>
> The Brewers Yeast powder that I put in my protein drink states that
> (1) teaspoon = 7 grams protein.
>
> Sooooo, I put in (2) VERY HEAPING teaspoons of Brewers Yeast.
>
> How many grams protein does that add to my protein drink?.. 14?
>
>
>
> Thanks for the answers!
>
> Mike
> Picture Rocks, AZ
>

Teaspoons and tablespoons (as well as cups) are LEVEL measurements
unless otherwise stated in a recipe. :-)

Heaping? I'd double it...

But, if you are trying to use THAT as your protein source, you are
better off with whey protein. Brewers yeast, to me anyway, is more of a
supplement. It's very high in B-complex for a start.

Cheers!
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Om.

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