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Maryse
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Is there a specific Enterolab test for yeast or is it part of the gluten test? And if one is found to be sensitive to yeast, should all kinds be avoided? I'm thinking here of baking powder. Thank you!
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Hi Maryse,

The yeast test is a separate, unique test for a sensitivity to bakers/brewers yeast. The interesting thing is that yeast sensitivity does not appear to be due to a permanent genetic change. IOW, so far, virtually all members who have tested positive to the yeast test have been able to tolerate yeast after they are in remission. So while yeast may have to be avoided during recovery, it's typically a non-issue after our gut heals.

As far as I'm aware, baking powder does not contain yeast — it's used instead of yeast. But there may be combination formulas that I'm not aware of that do contain yeast.

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That's great to know, thank you again.
I see that baking powder does contain corn starch, though, so we'll have to see if corn is an issue. One step at a time... :)
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