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Vitamin B1 plays a key role in the growth, development, and function of cells. (source, source)
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is essential for supporting every cell in the body. Low levels can impair cardiovascular, nervous, and immune system functions, leading to decreased physical and cognitive performance and a reduced ability to fight infections. Adequate thiamine intake promotes optimal cellular performance across all bodily systems.
Supplement with a Vitamin B complex: Thiamine supplementation has been shown to improve markers of vitamin B1 insufficiency. (source) Recommendation: Supplement with a vitamin B complex that has at least 50% of daily recommendations for each B vitamin daily.
Supplement with Magnesium: Magnesium supplementation has been shown to improve markers of vitamin B1 insufficiency. Magnesium acts as a cofactor in enzymatic reactions that convert thiamine into its active form, which results in improved vitamin B1 status. (source, source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 200 mg of magnesium daily.
