Vitamin B1
| Vitamin B1 | |
|---|---|
| Term | Vitamin B1 |
| Short definition | Vitamin B1 - (pronounced) (VY-tuh-min. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Vitamin B1 - (pronounced) (VY-tuh-min. . . ) nutrient in the vitamin B complex that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy. Vitamin B1 helps some enzymes work properly, helps break down sugar in the diet, and keeps nerves and heart healthy. It's found in pork, offal, peas, beans, nuts, and whole grains. Vitamin B1 is water soluble (can dissolve in water) and needs to be taken daily. Too little vitamin B1 can cause a condition called beriberi (a condition characterized by heart, nerve, and digestive disorders). Too much vitamin B1 can help cancer cells grow faster. Also called thiamine
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vitamin B1
- Wikipedia's article - Vitamin B1
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