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THIAMINE
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Why
is it Needed?
-
Catalyst enabling Carbohydrates to release their energy
- Control
of Nerve Regulation
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Daily
Recommendation:
- Men
1.2 MG Per Day
- Women
1.1 MG Per Day
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What
Happens When it is Deficient?
- Weight
Loss
- Short
term Memory Decrease
- Muscular
Weakness
- Leg
Cramps
- Heart
Failure and Death
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Food
Sources:
- Lean
Meats and Organ Meats
- Brewer's
Yeast
- Eggs
- Leafy
Green Vegetables
- Whole
Cereals
- Wheat
Germ
- Nuts
& Legumes
- Enriched
Flour and Cereal Products
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Toxic
Effects and Recommended Upper Intake Level:
- No
toxicity seen in humans, therefore no UL
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What
Should I Take Daily?:
- No
need to Supplement for healthy individuals
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