thiamin
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- noun
- /ˈθaɪəˌmɪn/
- Specialized
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tiamina
- thiamin (vitamin B1)
Examples
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For instance, the dose of vitamin C was 2,000% of the RDA; thiamin, 6,667%; and vitamin A, 500%.
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Thiamin, riboflavin, and alpha-tocopherol content of exotic meats and loss due to gamma radiation.
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The proximate composition showed that the exotic meats generally had lower fat content than domestic animal meats and that the thiamin content of the reptiles was lower.
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The body needs thiamin to help convert food into energy and to keep the nervous system functioning well.
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Many whole grains and legumes are excellent sources of thiamin, contributing to a balanced diet.
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To maintain good health, include foods rich in thiamin, such as pork and fortified cereals.
Synonyms
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A B vitamin that helps the body make energy and keep nerves healthy
A B vitamin that helps the body make energy and prevents a disease called beriberi
A B vitamin called thiamine that the body needs for energy and to prevent beriberi
A B vitamin called thiamine that prevents beriberi and helps the body use energy from food
Surface Forms
Etymology
Thiamin comes from two parts: thio- which means 'sulfur' and -amin which comes from amino, the same start of 'amino acid'. So the name gives a simple chemical hint: thiamin is a vitamin that contains sulfur and a small 'amine' group, and that helps it work in the body to make energy and prevent beriberi.