Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a yeast that can be detected in the gastrointestinal tract and is commonly known as baker’s or brewer’s yeast. In a dog’s gut profile, its presence may reflect exposure from diet, fermented ingredients, yeast containing supplements, or temporary passage through the gut. Higher levels may suggest that Saccharomyces cerevisiae is not only passing through, but that the gut environment has shifted in a way that allows this fermentation associated yeast to remain more noticeable. This may happen when the balance between bacteria and fungi changes, or when the intestinal environment becomes more favourable for yeast related fermentation. Higher levels may be seen together with altered stool quality, gas, bloating, digestive changes, or signs of increased fermentation in the gut. Saccharomyces cerevisiae levels can help show whether diet or supplement related yeasts are part of the dog’s fungal profile.

Yeast Fungus