Numbness, a health problem related to vitamin B1 deficiency

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Numbness is a normal symptom that can occur when sitting or working in the same position for a long time because there is compression of the nerves in that area, such as the hands, feet, legs, and arms. This type of numbness is not severe and is not a cause for concern because the symptoms will quickly disappear. Numbness can also be cause by other things. If we know and understand the causes, we will be able to prevent numbness.

Beriberi is cause by a deficiency of thiamine or vitamin B1 in the body. Moreover, people who like to drink alcohol regularly or drink alcohol in excess are consider to be at risk of beriberi. Because alcohol interferes with the absorption of vitamin B1, causing the body to be at high risk of not getting enough vitamin B1 สมัครสมาชิก UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีทุกวัน, leading to beriberi.

Infants are at another age that is at risk of vitamin B1 deficiency and are at risk of beriberi if they do not receive breast milk or drink milk that is rich in vitamin B1 in sufficient amounts. Therefore, pregnancy is an important time when mothers should pay close attention to what they eat. They should eat a complete diet of all five food groups to prevent both mother and child from experiencing nutritional deficiencies.

Relieve numbness by adding vitamin B1: Since vitamin B1 is a nutrient that the body cannot produce on its own. It can be supplement by choosing foods that contain vitamin B1 and other vitamins, such as:

  • fish
  • Seafood
  • Various meats
  • Beans and grains
  • Dairy products
  • Starchy foods such as bread and cereals

When the body lacks vitamin B1, it causes beriberi, which causes shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, and enlarged liver. This beriberi can be an early warning sign that the body lacks vitamins or the first sign of 
diabetes. Beriberi can occur in both children and adults.