Functions of Vitamin B-1 1. Assists in conversion of carbohydrates to glucose.
2. Necessary for growth, fertility and lactation.
3. Controls and feeds nervous system.
4. Stabilizes the appetite.
5. Involved and consumed in the metabolism of alcohol.
Deficiency Symptoms of Vitamin B-1 1. Poor carbohydrate metabolism.
2. Mental instability, forgetfulness, fears and confusion due to the build up of pyruvic acid in the blood, crating an oxygen deficit.
3. Cardiac malfunctions - palpitations, rapid rhythm, enlarged heart, elevated venous pressure, and myocardial lesions.
4. Loss of ankle and knee flexes.
5. Muscular weakness progressing to atrophy.
6. Fatigue.
7. Reduced or lost appetite.
8. Inflammation of the optic nerve.
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