BEST FOOD SOURCES.
Brewer’s Yeast, Rice Husks, Unrefined Cereal Grains, Whole Wheat, Soybeans, Egg Yolk, Fish, Oatmeal, Peanuts, Organic Meats, Lean Pork, Most Vegetables, Bran, Milk.
EFFECT ON BODY.
Promotes Growth. Aids digestion especially of Carbohydrates. Improves mental attitude. Keeps nervous system, muscles and heart functioning normally. Helps fight Air or Sea Sickness.
DEFICIENCY.
Beriberi.
DAILY REQUIREMENTS.
1.5-1.6 Milligrams mg. for adults. Up to 1.6 Milligrams mg. for pregnant and nursing women. Need increases during illness,stress and surgery. Smokers, Drinkers and heavy sugar users require increased amounts.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS.
As with all the B-complex Vitamins is not stored in the body and must be replaced daily. Known as the ‘Morale Vitamin’ because of its beneficial effects on the nervous system and mental attitude. Destroyed or partially destroyed by Caffeine, Alcohol, Food Processing, Air, Water (by cooking). Sulfa Drugs.Estrogen. Antacids. Deficiency causes Beriberi.