Thiamine is one of the B vitamins, a group of water-soluble vitamins that participate in many of the chemical reactions in the body.
Alternative NamesVitamin B1; Diet - thiamine; Deficiency - vitamin B1
FunctionThiamine (vitamin B1) helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.
Food SourcesThiamine is found in fortified breads, cereals, pasta, whole grains (especially wheat germ), lean meats (especially pork), fish, dried beans, peas, and soybeans.
Dairy products, fruits, and vegetables are not very high in thiamine, but when consumed in large amounts, they become a significant source.
Side EffectsA deficiency of thiamine can cause weakness, fatigue, psychosis, and nerve damage. Thiamine deficiency in the United States is most often seen in those who abuse alcohol (Alcoholism). A lot of alcohol makes it hard for the body to absorb thiamine from foods. Unless those with alcoholism receive higher-than-normal amounts of thiamine to make up for the difference, the body will not get enough of the substance. This can lead to a disease called beriberi.
In severe thiamine deficiency, brain damage can occur. One type is called Korsakoff syndrome. The other is Wernicke's disease. Either or both of these conditions can occur in the same person.
There is no known poisoning linked to thiamine.
RecommendationsThe Food and Nutrition Board at the Institute of Medicine recommends the following dietary intake for thiamine:
Infants
Children
Adolescents and Adults
Specific recommendations for each vitamin depend on age, gender, and other factors (such as pregnancy). Adults and pregnant or lactating women need higher levels of thiamine than young children.
The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods from the food guide pyramid.
ReferencesRakel D, ed. Integrative Medicine. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007.
Institute of Medicine. Food and Nutrition Board. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, PantothenicAcid, Biotin, and Choline. National Academy Press, Washington, DC, 1998.
Mason JB. Vitamins, trace minerals, and other micronutrients. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 237.
Thiamin is one of the B vitamins, a group of water-soluble vitamins that are part of many of the chemical reactions in the body.
Alternative NamesVitamin B1; Thiamine
FunctionThiamin (vitamin B1) helps the body's cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.
The main role of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body, especially the brain and nervous system.
Food SourcesThiamin is found in:
Dairy products, fruits, and vegetables are not very high in thiamin, but when eaten in large amounts, they become a significant source.
Side EffectsA lack or deficiency of thiamin can cause weakness, fatigue, psychosis, and nerve damage.
Thiamin deficiency in the United States is most often seen in people who abuse alcohol (alcoholism). A lot of alcohol makes it hard for the body to absorb thiamin from foods. Unless those with alcoholism receive higher-than-normal amounts of thiamin to make up for the difference, the body will not get enough of the substance. This can lead to a disease called beriberi.
In severe thiamin deficiency, brain damage can occur. One type is called Korsakoff syndrome. The other is Wernicke's disease. Either or both of these conditions can occur in the same person.
There is no known poisoning linked to thiamin.
RecommendationsThe Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamins reflect how much of each vitamin most people should get each day. The RDA for vitamins may be used as goals for each person.
How much of each vitamin you need depends on your age and gender. Other factors, such as pregnancy and illnesses, are also important. Adults and pregnant or breast-feeding women need higher levels of thiamin than young children.
Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin:
Infants
*Adequate Intake (AI)
Children
Adolescents and Adults
The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods.
ReferencesEscott-Stump S, ed. Nutrition and Diagnosis-Related Care. 6th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2008.
Sarubin Fragaakis A, Thomson C. The Health Professional's Guide to Popular Dietary Supplements. 3rd ed. Chicago, Il: American Dietetic Association;2007.
Institute of Medicine. Food and Nutrition Board. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, PantothenicAcid, Biotin, and Choline. National Academy Press, Washington, DC, 1998.
Rakel D, ed. Integrative Medicine. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007.
Mason JB. Vitamins, trace minerals, and other micronutrients. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 237.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/15/2011
Alison Evert, MS, RD, CDE, Nutritionist, University of Washington Medical Center Diabetes Care Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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Thiamine is needed for energy Metabolism, and proper function of the nervous system. -Jeremy G.
thiamine mononitrate « Choice America Network This website explains what thiamine mononitrate is made from although it does not offer any sources. It apparently is made from extracts from corn and soy as well as petroleum products from either China or the Middle East. Thiamine mononitrate found in many baked goods. Thiamine is a B vitamin. Mononitrates do break down into the "harmful kinds of nitrates" but everything I have read suggests that it is in negligible amounts.
Thiamine mononitrate has the chemical formula of C12H17CINO3S. By adding all of the subscripts the number of atoms can be found. This means each molecule has 36 atoms.
Thymine is one of the 4 nucleotide bases in DNA. Its equivalent in RNA is uracil. Thymine is a pyridamine that binds to adenine. Thiamine is a B vitamin (Vitamin B1) that is a necessary part of human diets.
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A: Thiamine, or aneurine hydrochloride
without thiamine you get a brain disease
thiamine is an organic molecule and it is a vitamin
Cyanide is poisonous, thiamine is not. Thiamine is a "greener" catalyst.
my brother has to take this Thiamine HCL 100mg what is it taken for
Thiamine is available in oral, intramuscular injectable, and intravenous formulations. Injectable formulas are usually preserved for persons who are severely thiamine deficient.
Thiamine deficiencies have no sex or racial predilection. Thiamine deficiency is more common in developing countries where poor nutrition occurs frequently.
When a patient has serious symptoms of thiamine deficiency, supplementation is usually started by giving thiamine through an IV or by intramuscular shots.
It depends on the concentration of thiamine per mL - it should be written on the label.
Thiamine ..Vitamin B1 is combined with either corn or soy (used as a binder)
Lack of Thiamine can lead to a disease called Beriberi. Beriberi is a disease that can affect your ability to walk, stand, and major muscles. It is very hard to get this disease, because Thiamine can be found in every day meals. If you ate a burger and fries, you would have enough Thiamine, just barely. This is, because Thiamine is added to all flower.