BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin B1, also called thiamine or thiamin, is one of 8 B vitamins. All B vitamins help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which the body uses to produce energy. These B vitamins, often referred to as B-complex vitamins, also help the body metabolize fats and protein.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thiamin is found naturally in meats, fish, and whole grains. It is also added to breads, cereals, and baby formulas.

Detailed explanation-3: -In early stages of thiamine deficiency, glucose metabolism was less sensitive as compared to fatty acids degradation. However, prolonged deficit of vitamin B1 resulted in the fast decrease of glucose uptake, while further decrease of ‐oxidation slowed down.