Thiamine
Thiamine, also know as vitamin B1, plays a major role in
our bodies' health. Thiamine works with other B vitamins
to convert protein, carbohydrate, and fat to energy. It is
important for the function of the heart, muscles, and nervous
system.
Thiamine deficiency can cause beriberi, a disease
of the nervous system caused primarily by lack of thiamine.
Its symptoms include weight loss, emotional disturbances,
weakness and pain in the limbs, and periods of irregular heart
rate.
People who consume large amounts of alcohol may develop thiamine
deficiency, as alcohol interferes with the absorption of this
essential vitamin through the intestines.
Thiamine can be found in fortified breads, pasta, cereals,
whole grains, lean meats, dried beans, peas, soybeans, and
fish.
Health benefits of thiamine
- Acts as an antioxidant
- Assists in production of hydrochloric acid, which is very
important for proper digestion
- Assists in converting carbohydrates into energy
- Helps maintain healthy nervous system
- Important for the memory
Recommendations
RDI/AI – 1.2 mg per day
UL – ND
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Principal Author: M. Ofiyeva
Date of Initial Publication: 07/05/2007
Article Last Updated: 08/26/2009
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