Posted by These no bake lactation recipes with brewers yeast are what every new breastfeeding mom needs: quick, delicious and milk boosting!
The last thing you want to do as a new mom is spend a bunch of time in the kitchen. That’s why I love that these super easy lactation recipes can be made in about 10-15 minutes with little effort.
Plus:
Many of them use similar ingredients, so you can try all of them out and see which ones you like the best.
I’ll also answer questions you might have about the main milk boosting ingredient in these recipes including:
- What is brewers yeast?
- Does brewers yeast really increase milk supply?
- How long does it take for brewers yeast to work for lactation?
- What are the side effects of brewers yeast?
Let’s get that milk flowing!
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What is brewer’s yeast?
Brewers yeast is a fungus most commonly known for its use in beer and bread production. It is high in B vitamins, protein and chromium and is used as a nutritional supplement.
It is used as a supplement in these no bake lactation recipes because it is a galactagogue (a food that promotes lactation).
Does brewers yeast really increase milk supply?
There are many sources that suggest that brewer’s yeast does increase milk supply even though there is no scientific data to support it (for lack of clinical studies).
For example, Kellymom.com, a trusted resource of the medical community and popular site among breastfeeding mothers, has a an article here about using galactagogues such as brewer’s yeast.
The articles stresses that the main thing to remember is that brewer’s yeast works best to enhance milk supply when combined with increased feeds or pumping. More demand equals more milk.
How long does it take for brewers yeast to work for lactation?
The general consensus among thousands of breastfeeding mothers who reviewed the Mommy Knows Best Brewer’s Yeast have said it increased their milk supply within 24-48 hours.
Read what these moms have to say here.
What are the side effects of brewers yeast?
According to WebMD, brewer’s yeast may cause headaches, gas and stomach discomfort in some individuals. It is also noted that it is best for short term use as the side effects of long term use have not been studied.
Of course, as a best practice, you may wish to consult your doctor before adding supplements to these no bake lactation recipes.
Now, onto the recipes!
Lactation Recipes With Brewers Yeast
No Bake Chocolate Oat Lactation Bites | Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
These energy bites are the perfect one-handed snack to indulge in while breastfeeding.
This easy recipe calls for oats, nut butter, honey, brewers yeast, mini chocolate chips, cocoa powder, flaxseeds and chia seeds.
No Bake Lactation Energy Balls | The Baker Mama
This lactation recipe uses just a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
You’ll need old-fashioned oats, peanut or almond butter, flaxseed, honey, vanilla and of course, brewers yeast.
No Bake Lactation Cookie Recipe | A Mother Thing
This no bake cookie lactation recipe includes three galactagogues known to promote lactation: brewers yeast, oats and flaxseed.
Combine these ingredients with a just few others to make these chocolatey cookies in support of your breastfeeding journey.
No Bake Lactation Bar Recipe | Tipps In The Kitch
These mouth-watering lactation bars combine the classic duo of peanut butter and chocolate. Great for satisfying your sweet tooth while boosting milk supply!
To make this no bake lactation recipe you’ll need peanut butter, coconut oil, honey, flaxseed, brewers yeast, vanilla, protein powder, salt and dark chocolate chips.
No Bake Almond Joy Lactation Bites | My Life After Dairy
This last lactation recipe with brewers yeast is for the Almond Joy lovers.
Coconut flakes and almond butter combine with lactation promoting ingredients to create these delectable little bites.
Tastes like the candy, but healthy!
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