Thiamine

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Vitamin B1 benefit

Vitamin B1 source

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Thiamine

Alternative Names:

Vitamin B-1; Diet - thiamine; Deficiency - vitamin B-1

Food Sources:

Thiamine 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.

Review Date: 10/27/2004
Reviewed By: Kevin Pho, M.D., Attending, Internal Medicine, Boston VA Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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