vitamin

Vitamin B1

TL;DR

Water-soluble vitamin (thiamine) essential for energy metabolism, nerve function, and carbohydrate processing. Required for production of ATP in cellular mitochondria.

Overview

Water-soluble vitamin (thiamine) essential for energy metabolism, nerve function, and carbohydrate processing. Required for production of ATP in cellular mitochondria.

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products in our database contain Vitamin B1

Source · MoodStack database

Compound forms

Vitamin B1 comes in several molecular forms. Each absorbs and acts differently.

Benfotiamine

Bioavailability

50%

Typical dose

Thiamine HCl

Thiamine hydrochloride

Bioavailability

95%

Typical dose

1.1–5 mg

Thiamine mononitrate

Thiamine mononitrate

Bioavailability

90%

Typical dose

1.1–5 mg

Benefits

  • Converts carbohydrates to energy
  • Supports nervous system function
  • Essential for heart muscle function
  • May help with cognitive function
  • Important for muscle contraction

Dose guide

Common dose

1.1-1.2 mg daily

Typical range

1100 mg

Based on 44 products in our database.

Products with Vitamin B1

Interactions

synergistic. Magnesium is required to convert thiamine into its active coenzyme form (thiamine pyrophosphate, TPP); magnesium deficiency impairs thiamine utilization even with adequate intake

synergistic. B vitamins work as coenzymes in interconnected metabolic pathways; B1, B2, and B3 are all required for energy metabolism in the electron transport chain

inhibits. Chronic alcohol consumption dramatically impairs thiamine absorption via reduced expression of intestinal thiamine transporters (THTR1/THTR2) and increases renal excretion

inhibits. Loop diuretics (furosemide) and thiazide diuretics increase urinary thiamine excretion, potentially causing deficiency in heart failure patients

Medical disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

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