Thiamine (B1)

Chemical formula/structure

C₁₂H₁₂ClN₄OS

(http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Thiamine)

Natural Sources of this nutrient in foods

Sunflower seeds, peanuts, wheat bran, beef liver, pork, seafood, egg-yolk, beans, fruit, milk and legumes.

(http://www.anyvitamins.com/vitamin-b1-thiamin-info.htm)

How it is used by the body

Thiamine is important to help with the circulation with blood. It also helps blood formation and the metabolism of carbohydrates. It is also important for nervous system for biosynthesis of cell constituents, which involves neurotransmitter acetylcholine and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Hydrochloric is acid is one of the products created by Thiamine, which plays a large role in digestion. It is great for the brain for memory and learning. For children it is important for growth. It has presented some signs of assisting in arthritis, cataracts and infertility. (http://www.anyvitamins.com/vitamin-b1-thiamin-info.htm)

Effects if this Nutrient is not present

A lack in Thiamine may result in beriberi and minor deficiencies which may be involved with extreme fatigue, irritability, constipation, edema and an enlarged liver, gastrointestinal disturbance, heart changes, and loss of appetite, nervousness, numbness of the hands and feet, pain and sensitivity, poor coordination, tingling sensations; weak and sore muscles, general weakness and severe weight loss.

(http://www.anyvitamins.com/vitamin-b1-thiamin-info.htm)

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