Necessary for proper metabolism of sugar and starch to provide energy. Maintains a healthy nervous system as well as aiding proper function of the heart and other muscles. Stress increases the need for B-1 and all B vitamins. Found in Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, oatmeal, whole wheat, bran, whole brown rice, black strap molasses, soybeans, and meats. Effective with B-Complex, B-2, Folic Acid, Niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Manganese. Alcohol interferes with the absorption of this water based vitamin. Vitamin B1 helps to process proteins, fats and carbohydrates
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