VITAMIN B1

(Thiamin)

Recommended Daily Value

• 1.2-1.5 mg

 

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Function

• Energy metabolism,

• Nervous system function

 

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Deficiency Symptoms

• Beriberi disease,

• Weakness,

• Muscle pain and wasting

 

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Top Foods

• Pork chops (0.97mg per 100g), • Sunflower seeds (0.65mg per 100g), • Black beans (0.64mg per 100g)

 

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Toxicity to Humans

No toxicity reported

 

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Promoters

• Riboflavin,

• Niacin,

• Iron

 

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Adversaries

• Alcohol

 

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