Thiamine (Vitamin B1)

Thiamine (Vitamin B1)

Thiamine (vitamin B1) helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy.

It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.

Vitamin B1 is found in asparagus, spinach, seeds, beans, peas and pork.

Asparagus
A member of the lily family, the edible part of this ultimate "luxury" vegetable is actually the young underground sprout or shoot...
Spinach
A leafy green native of Asia, spinach was brought to Europe by the Moors when they conquered Spain in the eighth century...
Seeds
Seeds are generated by plants as a means to carry on their species and are therefore a condensed source of nutrients...
Beans
It's time beans got their due credit! Not only are they rich in fiber and protein, but are a low glycemic food that provides an array of minerals and phytonutrients as well...
Peas
Peas are members of the legume family and date back as far as 9700 B...
Pork
Pork is separated into two varieties - fresh and cured...