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Thiamine   

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Alternative names:

Vitamin B1 (thiamine); Diet - thiamine; Deficiency - vitamin B1 (thiamine)

Definition:

One of the B vitamins, a group of water-soluble vitamins that participate in many of the chemical reactions in the body.

Thiamine is important in the production of energy.

Functions

Thiamine (vitamin B1) helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.

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