Beriberi (pronounced /bɛriˈbɛri/) is a nervous system ailment caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1) in the diet.
vitamin B1
BeriBeri is caused by having a lack of thiamine, aka vitamin B1.
Beri beri
Beriberi is not a communicable disease. It is caused by deficiency of vitamin B one. That is thiamine.
Deficiency Disease of Vitamin B1
Beri beri is caused by a deficiency of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1. This nutrient is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and proper nerve function. There are two main forms of beri beri: wet beri beri, which affects the cardiovascular system, and dry beri beri, which primarily impacts the nervous system. Ensuring adequate thiamine intake through diet or supplementation can prevent this condition.
Deficiency in: Vitamin A - Nightblindness and Xeropthalmia Vitamin B - Beri-beri Vitamin C - Scurvy Vitamin D - Rickets
beri-beri is the deficiency of vitaminb1
Beri Beri
Vitamin B-1 (Thiamine or Thiamin, both spellings are acceptable).
Beri Beri.
Beri beri was discovered by Dutch physician Christiaan Eijkman in the late 19th century. He found a link between the disease and dietary deficiencies, particularly a lack of vitamin B1 (thiamine).