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B VITAMINS

B1

Function: Thiamin (also called vitamin B1) helps in conversion of the food we eat into the energy we need. Thiamin is important for the metabolism, growth, development, and cellular function in our body.

Food sources: Thiamin is mostly found in whole grains, cereals, rice, meat and fish. Seeds, nuts and legumes such as soybeans are also a rich source of Thiamin.

Deficiency: Thiamin deficiency results in loss of weight and appetite, confusion, memory loss, muscle weakness,tingling and numbness in the feet & hands and heart problems.

Source: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Thiamin-Consumer/