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Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
What Does Vitamin B1 do for the Body?
- It assists in digestion by enhancing the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and helps with carbohydrate metabolism
- It helps the body make use of protein
- It takes part in energy production in the brain and therefore helps to optimize brain function, cognitive activity and learning capacity
- It is usually recommended for treatment of Alzheimer’s, fatigue, mood disorders and depression
- It assists in blood formation and enhances blood circulation
- It is needed to help develop proper muscle tone in the heart, intestines and stomach
- It is important for a normal appetite, growth and energy
- It helps protect the body from the negative affects of aging, drinking alcohol and smoking through it’s antioxidant properties
What are some symptoms of Deficiency of Vitamin B1?
Beriberi is a disease that attacks the nervous system and is caused by a deficiency of B1. This disease results in mental confusion, wasting muscles, edema, heart problems and difficulty walking. Beriberi is usually only seen in undeveloped countries.
Other symptoms of B1 deficiency, in alphabetical order are:
- constipation
- edema
- eye pain
- enlarged liver
- fatigue
- forgetfulness
- gastrointestinal disturbances
- heart changes
- irritability
- loss of appetite
- muscle atrophy and tenderness
- nervousness
- numbness of the hands and feet
- pain and sensitivity
- poor memory
- rapid heart beat
- tingling sensations
- weak and sore muscles
- weight loss (severe)
What are some food sources of Vitamin B1 (in alphabetical order)?
- asparagus
- asparagus
- brewer’s yeast
- broccoli
- brown rice
- Brussels sprouts
- cabbage
- cauliflower
- dulse (seaweed)
- egg yolks
- fish
- kelp (seaweed)
- lamb
- legumes
- liver
- most nuts
- mushrooms
- oatmeal
- peanuts
- peas
- peppers
- plums
- prunes
- pork
- poultry
- raisins
- rice bran
- spirulina (seaweed)
- squash
- sunflower seeds
- watercress
- wheat germ
- whole grains
- brewer’s yeast
- broccoli
- brown rice
- Brussels sprouts
- cabbage
- cauliflower
- dulse (seaweed)
- egg yolks
- fish
- kelp (seaweed)
- lamb
- legumes
- liver
- most nuts
- mushrooms
- oatmeal
- peanuts
- peas
- peppers
- plums
- prunes
- pork
- poultry
- raisins
- rice bran
- spirulina (seaweed)
- squash
- sunflower seeds
- watercress
- wheat germ
- whole grains
Notes and/or Cautions:
Levels of B1 may be reduced in the body due to the consumption of alcohol, which inhibits the storage of B1, caffeine and certain pharmaceuticals such as antibiotics, birth control pills, and sulfa drugs. Refining and processing of foods also lowers the B1 levels. Consuming large quantities of carbohydrates increases the need for Vitamin B1.
Recommended Dosages for Maintaining Good Health (for Adults):
B1 (thiamine): 50-100 mg
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