b1+thiamine, chief function part of coenzyme tpp thiamine pyrophosphate, used in energy metabolism, disease beriberi(wet with edema and dry with muscle wasting) symptoms enlarged heart, cardiac failure, muscular weakness, apathy, poor short term memory, confusion, irritability, anorexia, weight loss,... Sources: whole grains, fortified or enriched grain products; moderate amounts in all nutritious food;pork
2006-10-18 17:30:57
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answered by kat 6
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vitb1 is thiamin or aneurine , functions: for metabolism of carbohydrate,, deficiency will lead to beriberi
good sources: cereals beans meat potatoes & nuts
2006-10-17 14:41:50
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answered by gillette 3
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