Vitamin B1

Basics

Vitamin B1 is a water soluble vitamin. It is essential for the body to be able to use carbohydrate as an energy source as well as for metabolising amino acids.

Benefits

It helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy; aids the nervous system, supports nerve health, and minimizes numbness and tingling.

Sources

fortified breads, cereals, pasta, whole grains, lean meats, fish, dried beans, peas, and soybeans.

Deficiency

loss of appetite, poor digestion, chronic constipation, loss of wight, mental depression, nervous exhaustion, and insomnia.