| Thiamin, also known as Vitamin B1, plays a key role in | | | | Thiamin is present in very high concentrations |
| maintaining and improving brain function. It is a | | | | throughout brain tissue, specifically in neuron |
| cofactor for multiple enzymes that help with glucose | | | | membranes which connect cells and transmit |
| metabolism and is an integral part of the neuronal | | | | information around the brain. However, while the |
| membrane of brain cells. Thiamin deficiency can lead | | | | positive is that Thiamin is related to improving brain |
| to neurological disorders, muscle spasms, rapid | | | | function, a deficiency of this source can lead to |
| heartbeat, and mental confusion. Knowing the source | | | | several neurological disorders and even neuronal cell |
| of thiamine is the first step in making sure that an | | | | death. These include neuronal disintegration and |
| adequate amount is being consumed. | | | | destruction of the brainstem. |
| Source: Thiamin is a water-soluble vitamin found in | | | | One of the keys to long term healthy and longevity |
| wholegrain cereals, yeast and legumes. Additional | | | | is a healthy body and a healthy mind. Not only is it |
| sources of Thiamin include pork, rye and wheat flour, | | | | important to get in an adequate source of Thiamin to |
| wheat germ, liver and kidney beans. While these | | | | help improve brain, body, and mental function, but |
| sources have good amounts of Thiamin, the highest | | | | also to make sure it is from quality sources. Make |
| can be found in nutritional supplements. Such products | | | | sure that the source of Thiamin you consume is from |
| containing Thiamin are often meant to help improve | | | | a quality source - fresh meat, unexpired wheat, and |
| physical, cardiovascular, and brain functioning leading | | | | reputable supplements. When choosing a supplement |
| to a healthier, longer, life. | | | | look for ones that are sold at retail stores as well as |
| Improving Brain Function: Thiamin plays an essential | | | | on various websites. Also, pay attention as to if the |
| role in healthy brain cell function as it is a key | | | | product was made in a GMP (Good manufacturing |
| coenzyme involved in brain glucose metabolism - | | | | Practices) facility. |
| essentially providing energy to the brain! More so, | | | | |