Vitamin B1

• Thiamin is classified as a B-vitamin. Combines with phosphorus to form thiamin pyrophosphate (TPP) necessary for metabolism of protein, carbohydrate, and fat; essential for growth, normal appetite, digestion, and healthy nerves.

DRI (RDA or AI for Adults)

• Males: 1.2 mg.
• Females: 1.1 mg.
• Pregnancy/Lactation: 1.4 mg.

MAJOR SOURCES

• Brewer’s yeast, pork, ham, nuts, legumes.
• Specifically: brewers yeast, roast pork, ham, Brazil nuts, pistachios, pecans, catfish, bagel, soynuts, filberts, pasta, cashews.

MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE

• 10 mg to 500 mg.

POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS

• Alcoholism
• Cataracts
• Memory loss

COMMENTS

• Alcoholics are at greatest risk for developing a B1 deficiency.

CAUTIONS

• None known.