What is marmite good for

Marmite is a unique yeast extract spread that tends to divide opinion. An ONS survey previously found that equal numbers of people love and hate the spread. But did you know that Marmite was actually created accidentally? It emerged as a by-product of the beer brewing process. So does the savoury spread actually have any health benefits?

Marmite is rich in B vitamins and has no added sugar. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. More From Nutrition. More from Food Life. Read More. Register for free or login to save articles to My Favourites to refer to at a later date. Not a subscriber? Register free. Login with Facebook. People who are watching their salt intake might want to avoid Marmite as it is high in sodium.

Marmite is not gluten-free. Marmite is a spread made from yeast extract and a propriety blend of seasonings. The spread was invented in the early s by Justus Liebig and the original recipe included just salt, spices, and celery.

Now, the ingredients listed on the Marmite label include yeast, sugar, salt, mineral salt potassium chloride , caramel color, corn maltodextrin, minerals iron , vitamins niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, B12 , herbs and spices.

There is also an Australian variation of Marmite that includes caramel and sugar. The yeast used to make Marmite is a by-product of the brewing industry, also called brewer's yeast. Brewer's yeast is sometimes used in alternative medicine to promote digestive health.

It is also believed to help in the treatment of a number of health conditions, including colds, flu, diarrhea, and diabetes, but scientific evidence to support these benefits is lacking. The vitamins and minerals in Marmite help boost health in a number of ways. For example, thiamin is essential for a healthy metabolism.

It also helps your heart, nerves, and muscles function properly. Riboflavin and niacin help your body turn carbohydrates into energy. Vitamin B helps to keep your nerve and blood cells healthy and is important for the synthesis of DNA. Those who follow a vegan diet are at higher risk for vitamin B deficiency. There was some concern in Denmark where Marmite was removed from the market for a short time because the government does not allow foods that are fortified until they can be tested for safety.

However, it became available again shortly after the produce passed a risk assessment test. Marmite taste is a matter of controversy. Some Brits love it and some hate it. One British writer described it as "yeasty, salty, soy sauce-esque flavor with the consistency of old engine oil. Some of Marmite's hardcore fans advise that newbies avoid smelling the spread before eating it for the first time.

People often compare the taste of Marmite to the taste of Vegemite, which is made in Australia. Vegemite is also brownish in color and is often eaten after spreading on bread or toast.