Thiamine HCL (VITAMIN B1)

 

Vitamin B1 is also known as thiamine, thiamin and aneurin. Thiamine is the currently accepted name for vitamin B1 in the world. 

 

The chemical name for this water soluble vitamin is 3-[(4-amino-2-methyl-5-pyrimidinyl)methyl]- 5-(2-hydroxyethyl)-4-methylthiazolium.

 


Thiamine consist of a pyrimidine ring and a thiazole ring connected by a one carbon link. The nitrogen in the thiazole ring has a charge of +1. This nitrogen atom serves as an important electron sink in thiamine pyrophosphate mediated reactions.


Benefits:


Enhances circulation and assists in blood formation, carbohydrate metabolism, and the production of hydrochloric acid, which is important for proper digestion, optimizes cognitive activity and brain function, positive effect on energy, growth, normal appetite.

 

Symptoms of Deficiency:


Beriberi, constipation, edema, enlarged liver, fatigue, gastrointestinal disturbances, heart changes, irritability, loss of appetite, muscle atrophy, nervousness, numbness of the hands and feet, pain and sensitivity, poor coordination, tingling sensations, weak and sore muscles, general weakness, and severe weight loss.

 

DOSAGE:

 

2mg in a scoop (approximately 10gr.) of essential vitamins for shrimp.