Thiamin

Thiamin is one of the B vitamins. It plays an important role in metabolizing carbohydrates and fat to produce energy for the body. Thiamin is essential for normal growth and development. It helps to maintain proper functioning of the heart, nervous, and digestive systems.

Deficiencies: Syndromes related to thiamin deficiency include beriberi and Wernicke-Korsakoff, which are also associated with chronic alcoholism. Alcoholism, in fact, can lead to thiamin deficiency. Thiamin deficiency may also result in neruodegeneration, wasting, and even death.

Food sources: Thiamin is present in many dietary products, but is found in large amounts in lean pork, legumes and yeast. Whole grain products, breads and cereals are the major dietary contributors.

2000-Calorie Diet Recommendations

Shown below are the reference numbers used to compute the Daily Value percentages that appear on the Nutrition Facts labels on foods sold in the U.S. These numbers are meant to approximate the nutrients needed for the average person consuming 2000 calories per day.

Click any of the vitamin or nutrient names below to learn more about the importance of each element, and to see detailed dietary allowances for specific population groups.

***Daily Value recommendations are based on a 2000-calorie diet. Recommendations for individuals will vary depending on gender, age, weight, and other factors.