Is yeast similar to whey? I just found out that my 5 year old has a yeast allergy. I read that yeast can contribute to eczema which he had severely for his first 2 years. I read the ingredients on the formula he used and whey protein was one of the first ingredients. Just wondering if that contributed to his allergy?
Hello. Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. Yeast is not similar to whey. Whey proteins are a group of proteins mainly found in milk and milk products. Yeasts are microorganisms (fungi) which participates in processes like fermentation. Yeasts which are added in nutritional formulas are usually deactivated yeasts which are a good source of some nutrients for vegetarian people. So both are not same. Both yeasts and whey protein can cause allergies, but they are entirely different. As far as eczema is concerned, milk proteins are more likely to cause eczema as compared to yeast in child Chat Doctor. Hope this will solve your query. Feel free to ask to Chat Doctor if you have any further queries. Thank you & Regards.