Thiamin

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Thiamin

Thiamin (pronounced: THIGH-uh-min), also known as Vitamin B1, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in certain metabolic reactions. Your body needs thiamin to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that transports energy within cells.

Etymology

The term "thiamin" is derived from thio-vitamin, indicating a sulfur-containing vitamin.

Function

Thiamin is essential for glucose metabolism, and it plays a key role in nerve, muscle, and heart function. Thiamin also contributes to the flow of electrolytes into and out of muscle and nerve cells.

Deficiency

A deficiency in thiamin can lead to Beriberi, a disease resulting in atrophy, weakness, and nerve damage, and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, a brain disorder affecting memory.

Sources

Thiamin is found in foods such as whole grains, meat, and fish. Breads, cereals, and infant formulas in the United States and many other countries are fortified with thiamin.

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