Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)The most common form of B1 deficiency is beriberi. Beriberi is a disease of the peripheral nerves directly caused by low intake of Vitamin B1 or non-assimilation or absorption of the Vitamin. Symptoms include fatigue, diarrhea, appetite and weight loss, abdominal discomfort and constipation. Wasting and paralysis of limbs due to decreased nerve function. It can even cause heart failure. Beriberi has also been seen in cases such as hypothyroidism, infections, lactation, pregnancy and chronic alcoholism. Supplementation of Vitamin B1 will cure these symptoms associated with beriberi.
Other Vitamin B1 Deficiency Symptoms• Poor circulation• Cold hands and feet/warm hands and feet • Fluid retention • Underactive Thyroid • Fatigue • Depression • Insomnia • Debilitating weakness • Painful muscles
Conditions That Can Cause B1 DeficiencyAlcoholism due to malabsorptionCrohn's Disease due to malabsorption Ulcerative Colitis due to malabsorption Cirrhosis Anorexia Pregnancy due to increased need for developing foetus Increased Carbohydrate Intake Hyperthyroidism Increased Physical Activity
Food Sources of Vitamin B1Brown Rice Wheatgerm Sunflower seeds Sesame seeds Peanuts Soya Beans
Millet and other grains
Dosages of Vitamin B1 are based on a reccomended daily allowance of 1.4mg per day. This amount can easily be found in any good B Complex. Latest Clinical Trials
CataractsLatest research has found that B1 can reduce the occurance of cataracts.
Leigh's DiseaseLeigh's disease and the metabolic symptoms associated with this disease has been shown to improve with B1 supplementation.From Vitamin B1 back to Vitamin Deficiencies...
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