Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Functions
- Needed to obtain energy from carbohydrates, fats and alcohol.
- Important for proper functioning of nerves and nervous system.
- Prevents the build-up of toxic substances in the body which may damage the heart and nervous system.
- Promotes normal appetite.
Sources
- Wheat germ
- Whole wheat
- Brown rice
- Oats
- Fortified breakfast cereals
- White bread
- Legumes
- Nuts (Walnuts, cashewnuts, groundnuts, etc.)
- Gingelly seeds
- Avocado
- Pork
- Yeast
- Liver
- Heart
- Kidneys
Deficiency
- Beri beri
- Fatigue
- Confusion
- Depression
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Poor memory
- Prickling sensation in feet
Toxicity
- No known toxicity in humans.