A B Vitamin
What is A B Vitamin?
Thiamin, also known as Vitamin B1, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. It is found naturally in whole grains, legumes, nuts, and pork. Industrially, it is often synthesized for use as a food additive.
Is A B Vitamin vegan?
A B Vitamin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is A B Vitamin gluten-free?
It is not derived from any of these sources and does not contain gluten.
Is A B Vitamin a major allergen?
Thiamin itself is not one of the 9 major allergens.
What is A B Vitamin used for?
Thiamin is added to foods as a nutrient to prevent deficiency.
Is A B Vitamin safe?
Thiamin is recognized as safe and effective by the FDA when used as a nutrient.
Why it's used
Thiamin is added to foods as a nutrient to prevent deficiency. It is commonly found in enriched grain products like cereals, bread, and pasta, as well as in infant formula and nutritional supplements.
Health notes
Thiamin is recognized as safe and effective by the FDA when used as a nutrient. The World Health Organization (WHO) has evaluated thiamin and established guidelines for its intake. Deficiency can lead to beriberi, a condition affecting the cardiovascular and nervous systems, but this is rare in developed countries with fortified foods.
Allergen info
Thiamin itself is not one of the 9 major allergens. It is not derived from any of these sources and does not contain gluten.
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