The importance of this vitamin and why some people may not be getting enough of it

"Thiamine vitamin B1 is an essential cofactor for 4 enzymes involved in the production of energy (ATP) and the synthesis of essential cellular molecules.  The total body stores of thiamine are relatively small, and thiamine deficiency can develop  secondary to inadequate nutrition, high alcohol consumption, increased urinary excretion and acute...
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Want to slow down brain atrophy?

Want to slow down brain atrophy?

"Most likely everybody would like to slow down brain atrophy. Who wouldn't like more brain power? But is that even possible? Take a look at the results from this research. 168 elderly people (≥70 y)  with mild cognitive impairment were included and randomly assigned to either a placebo group or to...
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What can B Vitamins do for your cardiovascular system?

What can B Vitamins do for your cardiovascular system?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler
You may have read that B Vitamins don’t provide any benefits for the cardiovascular system.   Is that true, or is the reason instead a lack of knowledge?   Decide for yourself, but read this first. While there is research showing no benefits for the cardiovascular system, could the reason...
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