Thiamine (Vit B1) Deficiency Signs & Symptoms (& Why They Occur)

The video tutorial discusses vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, its causes, symptoms, and related conditions. Thiamine is essential for energy metabolism, and its deficiency can lead to conditions like beriberi and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. The video covers dietary sources of thiamine, risk factors for deficiency, and symptoms such as anorexia, irritability, and memory issues. It also explains the effects of dry and wet beriberi on the nervous and cardiovascular systems, respectively, and the neurological impact of Wernicke's encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome.

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