The needs for vitamin B1 increase during pregnancy, breast feeding, strenuous activity, growth spurts and during a fever. – Consuming
African silkworms or ferns
(These foods contain an enzyme called thiaminase that destroys thiamine.) – Consuming raw, fresh-water fish or raw shellfish (These foods contain thiaminase.)
What happens if your B1 is high?
When the amount of vitamin B1, also known as thiamine exceeds the normal levels in the body, it can cause
hypertension or high blood pressure
. Similarly, when high doses of vitamin B2, usually referred to as riboflavin is taken, it can cause hypotension or low blood pressure.
Is high vitamin B1 bad?
Evidence does not confirm any harm from too much vitamin B1
, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns on the use of supplements.
What are symptoms of high thiamine levels?
- Difficulty walking.
- Loss of feeling (sensation) in the hands and feet.
- Loss of muscle function or paralysis of the lower legs.
- Mental confusion/speech difficulties.
- Pain.
- Strange eye movements (nystagmus)
- Tingling.
- Vomiting.
Which disease is caused by vitamin B1?
Beriberi is a disease in which the body does not have enough thiamine (vitamin B1).
Should I be worried if my b12 is high?
There is no upper limit for vitamin B-12 intake
because consuming high levels does not cause problems. However, having naturally high levels of vitamin B-12 in the body may be a cause for concern, as it suggests a severe underlying condition.
What is a good vitamin B1 level?
For an adult vitamin b1 normal range is
between 2.5 -7.5 μg/dL
. The test results will be diagnosed by the doctor to see if there is a deficiency in vitamin b1. Usually, anything less than the normal range indicates a deficiency.
Is vitamin B1 good for kidneys?
Research shows that high doses of vitamin B1 (thiamine)
could reduce kidney disease in people with Type 2 diabetes
. In 2007, Diabetes UK-funded research at the University of Warwick showed that people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes have around 75 per cent less levels of vitamin B1 than people without diabetes.
Is there a danger of having too much vitamin B2?
Getting too much vitamin B-2
The primary risk of excess B-2 is
damage to the liver
. However, excess riboflavin, or riboflavin toxicity, is rare. You’d have to eat almost impossibly large quantities of food to overdose on riboflavin naturally.
What happens if you consume too much riboflavin?
What are the side effects of Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)? Call your doctor if you have
diarrhea or increased urination
. These could be signs that you are using too much riboflavin. Riboflavin may cause your urine to turn a yellow-orange color, but this is usually not a harmful side effect.
Can thiamine be toxic?
Toxicity. It is unlikely to reach a toxic level of thiamin from food sources alone. In the setting of very high intakes, the body will absorb less of the nutrient and flush out any excess amount through the urine.
There is no established toxic level of thiamin
.
How long does thiamine stay in the body?
Thiamine is a water-soluble vitamin stored primarily in the liver; however, storage only lasts
up to 18 days
. The absorption of thiamine occurs in the duodenum by an active process and is converted to its active form thiamine pyrophosphate.
Can you take thiamine daily?
The recommended daily amount of thiamin for adult
men is 1.2 milligrams
and for adult women is 1.1 milligrams.
Does Vitamin B1 improve memory?
A dose of vitamins B1 and B12 can help improve nerve pain in people with diabetes and may reduce the need for painkillers.
Improves memory
. Getting enough thiamine can help improve concentration and memory. Because of its positive effect on attitude and brain function, it is also known as a “morale vitamin”.
What disease is associated with vitamin B1 thiamine?
(
Beriberi
; Vitamin B1 Deficiency)
A diet consisting mainly of white flour, white sugar, and other highly processed carbohydrates can cause thiamin deficiency. At first, people have vague symptoms such as fatigue and irritability, but a severe deficiency (beriberi) can affect the nerves, muscles, heart, and brain.
What is the deficiency disease caused due to vitamin B1 and vitamin C?
Severe deficiency, called
scurvy
, causes bruising, gum and dental problems, dry hair and skin, and anemia. The diagnosis is based on symptoms and sometimes blood tests. Increasing consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables or taking vitamin C supplements by mouth usually corrects the deficiency.
