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thiaminor vitamin B1Organic compound, part of the vitamin B complex, necessary in carbohydrate metabolism. It carries out these functions in its active form, as a component of the coenzyme thiamin pyrophosphate. Its molecular structure includes a substituted pyridine ring and a thiazole ring. Thiamin is found most abundantly in whole cereal grains and certain other seeds. Deficiency leads to beriberi. thiamine, thiamin Biochem a soluble white crystalline vitamin that occurs in the outer coat of rice and other grains. It forms part of the vitamin B complex and is essential for carbohydrate metabolism: deficiency leads to nervous disorders and to the disease beriberi. Formula: C12H17ON4SCl.H2O How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Nutrients in Added nutrients in refined flour "enriched" flour Vitamin E -7% 100% Vitamin B-6 13% Magnesium 16% Riboflavin (B-2) 19% 230% Niacin (B-3) 20% 93% Fiber 22% Zinc 24% Potassium 26% Thiamin (B-1) 27% 176% iron 30% 120% Copper 38% Selenium 48% Folate 59% 416% Note: Table made from bar graph. It's a rich source of protein and a good source of riboflavin, thiamin, niacin, calcium, iron, and zinc. My basic supplement program includes vitamin C, trace minerals (vanadium, germanium, selenium, tungsten, tin), common minerals (zinc, manganese, magnesium, calcium), B vitamins (with extra thiamin, B6, and B12), vitamin A, evening primrose oil (omega-6s), marine lipids (omega-3s), OPC-3s, and vitamin E. |
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