👉 The "yeast weapon" refers to a controversial and largely debunked concept popularized by internet conspiracy theories, suggesting that yeast can be weaponized to produce toxic gases or even biological agents. This myth often involves claims that yeast, when exposed to certain chemicals or conditions, could release harmful substances like carbon dioxide, ethanol, or even mycotoxins, which are toxic to humans and animals. However, scientific evidence supporting these claims is nonexistent; yeast primarily serves as a leavening agent in baking and fermentation processes. While yeast can produce some harmful byproducts under specific conditions, such as high temperatures or the presence of toxic substances, there is no credible evidence to suggest it can be weaponized. The term has largely been discredited by experts in microbiology and public health.
