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 What Are Vitamins and Why Are Vitamins Important? No doubt you've seen people react to advertising and/or information about the vitamin or mineral content of various foods. They routinely purchase products that are labeled as high in this vitamin or that. The truth is that most people lack a clear understanding of what these nutrients are and what they can do for you. Over the last 40 years or so, multitudes of laws have been passed that require labeling of products with nutritional content, recommended daily allowances (RDA) and of course that ever changing food pyramid. Reliance solely on others to tell us what vitamins we need and in what amount is all too common. A basic understanding of vitamins and what they do is helpful in assuring a... |
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Thiamin as a Natural Mosquito Repellent?The following thiamine update addresses the question whether supplementing with Thiamine B1 is a Natural Mosquito Repellent alternative to common chemical applications. Due to allergies, sensitivity and hypersensitivity to some chemical applications and of course the potential adverse health and environmental effects, this application would be a shining alternative. Blood Sucking Mosquitoes Thwarted By Thiamin?
Throughout the internet, ingesting Vitamin B1 (thiamine) has been popularly recommended as a systemic repellent against mosquitoes. It is thought that "in preparation" (approximately two weeks in advance) of being in mosquito ridden areas, one can reduce or eliminate mosquito attraction by beginning a daily regimen of 100 mg of B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride). Since Thiamin is a water-soluble nutrient eliminated through urine and sweat, it is thought that the sweating out of thiamin, and the associated essence (cannot be smelled by humans) is offensive to the female mosquito. Two weeks is an ample amount of time to saturate the sweat glands and tissue with thiamin. Human tissue will accumulate and store Thiamine at 2-3 times more than normal when the thiamin distribution exceeds the body's requirements. What is not stored is then eliminated through urine and sweat. A steady regimen of Thiamine intake is required to maintain Thiamin Vitamin B1 levels. And so, conversely, Thiamin concentrations in tissue will deplete when Thiamin intake falls below the body's requirement. Thiamin Patch or Thiamin B1 100 mg Orally For Natural Mosquito Repellent. More claims that thiamin Vitamin B1 is a Natural Mosquito Repellent come from several thiamin patch suppliers. The patches are thiamine enriched so that trans-dermal absorption of thiamine occurs through the skin. This is at least an easier way for those of us that can't remember to take our Vitamins. Ironically, an increase in Thiamine has been shown to increase brain function (memory). However, a steady regimen of Vitamin B1 may be easier to control... |
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What Are Good Thiamine Vitamin B-1 Food Sources? First, a good food source of thiamin vitamin B 1 will contain a substantial amount of thiamin in relation to its calorie content. Each Thiamine Vitamin B1 Food Source needs to contribute at least 10 percent of the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance (U.S. RDA) for thiamin in the selected serving size. The U.S. RDA for thiamine is 1.5 milligrams per day. This thiamine U.S. RDA is for adults and children over 4 years old. Some exceptions are pregnant or lactating women. Foods containing small amounts of Vitamin B1 or thiamin that are not considered “good food sources” can contribute a significant amount of thiamin to an individual's diet if the foods are eaten often or in large amounts. Before you think that junk food is what's considered as not a "good Thiamine B 1 food source," step-back a second. Actually, dairy products and milk, most fruits, and most vegetables are not very high in thiamin, but when consumed in large amounts and regularly they can become a significant source. The U.S. RDA for thiamin is based on the amount of vitamin B-1 needed for daily consumption and that allowance is used as a standard in Nutrition labeling of foods. 
Interestingly, the Thiamine vitamin content in fresh apricots is not considered a good food source for Vitamin B-1, however, if the apricot is dried then it is. The following list of thiamine containing foods is far from comprehensive. Show caution when cooking thiamine rich foods. For example, do not overcook peas, or cook them in too much water. The Thiamine content will get cooked out. Have you ever taken frozen peas and just slightly warmed them up in a little water, instead of boiling the bejeebers out of them? Try it. They are fresher and more Nutritional. |
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Thiamine, The Vitamin B1
Thiamin or Vitamin B1 plays an important role in maintaining the energy level in your body. The body needs Thiamin, Thiamine, (AKA) Vitamin B1, mainly for breaking down and utilizing Carbohydrates and Fats. The main energy source for the body are Carbohydrates (Absorption, Glucose). Moreover, one finds that most nutrients are interrelated and interdependent of each other with respect to digestion and absorption. If and when Thiamine is not available in the body, several of the body's organ systems are negatively effected by this deficiency. - The body's gastrointestinal system contains cells in the smooth muscles and the glands that secrete juices facilitating digestion and glucose production. The digestive system will be starved (malnutrition) from this lack of glucose energy and fuel.
- The central nervous system requires glucose as its main source of energy in order to provide proper functioning. Without Thiamin or Vitamin B1 to break-down the Carbohydrates for glucose, cells of the nervous system (including the brain) get starved (malnutrition).
The daily requirement for Thiamin Vitamin B1 is measured with respect to the amount of calories eaten. This can fluctuate according to the amount of calories obtained from Carbohydrate to Glucose source. This is the case because Thiamine or Vitamin B1 aids in the breakdown of the Carbohydrates for energy from the glucose.
Thiamin or Vitamin B1 deficiencies have been observed in those with a limited variety of foods in their diet and especially those from highly processed and nutritionally lacking foods. Combine this with minimal protein consumption and you are setting yourself up. Today, of course, many highly processed foods have been fortified chemically. Just remember that naturally occurring vitamins in naturally available foods are always best. If you can go outside and pick it, it's better. Remember that bagels do not grow on trees. We still like them though, so moderation is the key. People who abuse alcohol are... |
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Food guide pyramid: 
MyPyramid Food Guide.The newest version of the Food Pyramid. These are general guidelines based on years of study. For a normal healthy diet, these are the recommended portions of daily consumption for the various food groups. Thiamin Vitamin B1 is in most of these foods, however they are in various concentrations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's newest food pyramid guide, called MyPyramid, encourages consumers to make healthier food choices and to get regular exercise. Unlike the older model, food groups are arranged in vertical bands, instead of horizontal ones. Band width indicates portion size. The wider the band, the more food from that group you should eat. Reprinted from U.S. Department of Agriculture |
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