Vitamin B1, also called THIAMINE, is a member of the B-vitamin family and most famous for its role in the nutritional deficiency disease Beriberi. This Vitamin helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system. Not getting enough thiamine can leave one fatigued and weak.
What can foods high in Vital Nutrient Vitamin B1 do for you :
- Maintain your energy supplies
- Coordinate the activity of nerves and muscles
- Support proper heart function
Signs your body is low on Vital Nutrient Vitamin B1 :
- Loss of appetite
- "Pins and needles" sensations
- Feeling of numbness, especially in the legs
- Muscle tenderness, particularly in the calf muscles
Foods which are high in Vital Nutrient Vitamin B1 :
Sunflower Seeds, Yellowfin Tuna, Beans, Peas, Yellow Corn
How much Vital Nutrient Vitamin B1/Thiamine do you need per day
- Children : 0.9 -1.0 mg
- Adult (Female) : 1.5 -2.0 mg
- Adult (Male) : 2.0 mg
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