Vitamin B1 , also known as thiamine , is a water-soluble vitamin that plays an essential role in energy metabolism and nervous system function.

Although its direct effect on thyroid hormones is less well known, it may indirectly play a significant role in maintaining thyroid health, especially in autoimmune thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

Advantages:

• Supports energy metabolism: Vitamin B1 is essential for energy metabolism, as it plays a key role in converting carbohydrates into energy. In the case of vitamin B1 deficiency, energy metabolism disorders impair cell function and can result in weakness and fatigue, which are common symptoms of hypothyroidism.

• Anti-inflammatory effect: vitamin B1 may contribute to reducing inflammation by helping the body's antioxidant defenses.

• Nervous system support: Thiamine is vital for nerve cell function. Vitamin B1 deficiency can cause nervous system symptoms such as numbness, weakness, and memory loss, which are often experienced by thyroid patients.

• Stress and adrenal gland support: vitamin B1 helps maintain proper levels of stress hormones, which can also indirectly improve thyroid function, especially in cases of chronic stress.

Signs of Vitamin B1 Deficiency in Thyroid Patients

• Chronic fatigue

• Feeling weak

• Decreased concentration and memory impairment

• Nervous system problems, such as numbness and tingling

• Cardiac arrhythmias, which may be more likely to occur, especially in cases of hypofunction

Natural sources: whole grains, legumes (such as lentils, beans), nuts and seeds, pork, spinach, broccoli.