Okay, now comes the B group of vitamins. Starting with Vitamin B1. What roles does this particular vitamin plays in our health? Let's check it out:-
- Promotes growth.
- Essential for protein metabolism.
- Anti beri-beri.
- Anti-neuritic.
- Anti-aging.
- Promotes heart muscles and stimulates brain action.
- Aids digestion and metabolism of carbohydrate.
- Improves perilstalsis.
- Prevents constipation.
- Maintains red blood cells count.
- Improves circulation and prevents edema.
Insufficient amount of B1 in our diets may lead to beri-beri, tingling/loss of sensation in limbs, weakness, congestive heart failure, lack of urinary control and mental disturbances. In rare cases, it could cause permanent brain damage and severe heart disease.
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cucumber |
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soya beans |
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green leafy veggies |
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Unpolished brown rice |
Above is some of the sources where we can obtain our daily needs of Vitamin B1. Where else contains Vitamin B1;-
- brewer's yeast.
- Wheat germ and wheat bran.
- Seeds,nuts and nut butter.
- Soy beans.
- Beet and potatoes.
- Whole grain cereals (wheat,oats and rice)
- Milk and milk products.
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