Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Foods which contains Vitamin B1

Functions

It performs the active enzyme and is essential for the utilization of carbohydrate in the body.
It maintains the good appetite and normal digestion.
It has a fundamental role in brain metabolism.
It helps prevent constipation, supports healthy blood count and circulation, and provides protection against lead poisoning.
It improves mental alertness, increases stamina, reduces fatigue, and delays ageing effects.
It is essential for the oxidation process of sugar in both the tissues and the brain.
Whole grain cereals, wheat germ, yeast, pulses, oilseeds, and nuts - particularly groundnuts - are significant sources of this nutrient.

Natural Source

Although in modest quantities, thiamine is present in all natural foods.
Important sources are whole grain cereals, wheat germ, yeast pulses, oilseeds and nuts especially groundnut. Meat, fish eggs vegetables and fruits contain smaller amounts.
Infants can obtain a significant amount of thiamine from milk if their mothers have adequate levels of this nutrient.

Daily Requirement

The daily requirement of thiamine is 0.5 mg per 1000 kcals of energy intake. The body can store up to 30 mg of thiamine, and any excess amount provided to the body is eliminated through urine.