thiamin
Definition
Noun: * Thiamin: A water-soluble vitamin of the B complex (vitamin B₁), essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Its deficiency can lead to beriberi.
Usage
- Thiamin is a crucial nutrient that the body cannot produce in sufficient amounts, so it must be obtained from the diet.
- It is often discussed in the context of nutrition, biochemistry, and health.
- It functions as a coenzyme in key metabolic reactions.
Examples
- Whole grains and legumes are excellent dietary sources of thiamin.
- A severe lack of thiamin can cause neurological problems.
- The scientist studied the role of thiamin in energy production within cells.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific literature, thiamin is often referred to by its coenzyme form, thiamin pyrophosphate (TPP).
- The term is used in medical contexts concerning deficiency syndromes, such as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, which is linked to thiamin deficiency, often associated with chronic alcoholism.
Variants and Related Words
- Thiamine: An alternative spelling for the same vitamin.
- Vitamin B₁: The alphanumeric designation for thiamin.
- Aneurin: An older, now less common name for thiamin.
Synonyms
- Vitamin B₁
- Aneurin (historical)
Related Phrases and Compounds
- Thiamin deficiency: A condition resulting from inadequate intake or absorption of the vitamin.
- Thiamin mononitrate: A stable form of thiamin commonly used in food fortification and dietary supplements.
Noun
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a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth
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