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**Chemical name:** Thiamine (Thiamine chloride) **Chemical formula:** C₁₂H₁₇N₄OSCl **Molar mass:** 265.35 g/mol **Description:** Pure vitamin B₁ (thiamine) is a water-soluble white powder that serves as a coenzyme to many enzymes. **Effects:** Vitamin B₁ supports the nervous system and helps combat fatigue. Prolonged deficiency of vitamin B₁ can lead to a condition known as beriberi, characterized by muscle weakness and difficulty walking, resembling a "sheep-like" gait. This disease occurs rarely today. Minor deficiencies in vitamin B₁ may result in symptoms such as memory loss, poor concentration, sensitivity, changes in blood pressure and heart rate, insomnia, confusion, depression and melancholy. **Sources:** Thiamine is found in wheat products, pork and sunflower seeds.
