Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Deficiency: The 'Great Imitator' of Other Illnesses

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In this video, Dr. Berg talks about vitamin B deficiency. Transketolase is the enzyme for the vitamin B deficiency test. Enzymes are the things that do the work in the body and B1 is involved in five different enzymes. Vitamin B1 deficiency is called beriberi and is known as a great mimicker of disease. He also talks about several reasons why you become deficient in B1.

B1 functions:
• Making energy
• Protection of cells and mitochondria against oxidation or free radicals
• Protects the cell against glycation
• Protects against amyloid plaquing in the brain (Alzheimer's disease)
• Helps prevent the damage or at least the complications or the symptoms of high sugar

Cardiovascular/Respiratory system symptoms
• Enlarged heart
• Increased pulse rate
• Edema (lower ankles)
• Difficulty breathing
• Microvascular damage

Digestion
• Full sensation stomach
• Constipation
• Gastroparesis – A condition where the digestive system is very sluggish
• GERD
• Low hydrochloric acid

Nervous system
• Neuritis
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Vertigo

Autonomic nervous system
• Lack of tears
• Excess sweat
• No sweat
• Anxiety
• Nervous tension
• Brain fog
• Exercise intolerance
• Insomnia
• POTS – A condition where your ability to adapt to gravity and positional change is completely ruined
• Sleep apnea

Other
• Panic attack
• Nightmare
• Lack of stamina
• Buildup of lactic acid
• Recurrent ear infection
• Rids excess estradiol
• Lowers ROS – Free radical oxidation particles developed by the cells
• Prevents toxemia
• Beta cells
• Stress – Highly irritable, edgy, low tolerance to stress
• SIDS – Sudden infant death syndrome

Causes of B1 deficiency
• Refined sugar
• Carbs – the more carbs you consume, the more B1 you need to metabolize those carbs
• White rice
• Alcohol
• Heat
• Aging
• Diabetes
• Polyphenols (coffee, tea, wine)
• Gastric bypass
• Sulfites
• Raw fish
• Liver damage
• Antiacids
• Antibiotics
• Caffeine
• Low stomach acid
• Vaccinations

Food sources:
• Liver
• Yeast
• Pork
• Eggs
• Fish
• Sunflower seeds
• Rice hulls
• Squash
• Asparagus
• Seafood

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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[Shhehwhsi]

who else feels like they are deficient in everything

[shellyburris]

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[TX]

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[mrbogardmusic]

"Instead of going out and getting a test, it's much easier just to take B1 & see if you feel better..." I NEVER thought I'd hear an American doctor say something like this! This man is what we need! Keep up the good work, common sense, honesty, integrity, & logic Dr. Berg!!!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[glf]

I can honestly say in ALL my years of trying to help my son deal with bipolar, ptsd, etc and then my type 2 diabetes and artery issues, NOT ONCE have my doctors tested me for vit deficiencies nor my son. As soon as I came across Dr. Berg's channel, my son is off all the deadly battery of medications and it's night and day and I'm still working on getting clear of my issues. It's getting better and better and the B1 and other B's was one of the biggest differences. Dr. Berg's information is literally saving my life and my sons. I cannot thank him enough.

[debbiedebbie]

It's really disturbing and dangerous that regular doctors and nurses are missing all of this nutritional information about vitamin deficiencies. They give more and more drugs with a long list of side effects instead of fixing the vitamin deficiencies. ☹️😥💔

[MrsJAZack]

He deserves a Congressional Medal for Nutritional Motivational Speaking! Such an inspiration, Thank you Dr. Berg!

[Norwegiansteam]

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[mikemadden]

I am a college professor & a competitive natural body builder. As I got past 65, ALL of the symptoms you mentioned, and I mean ALL of them, started showing up. The docs gave me a pill for each one of them. The latest is my memory. At 65 plus, and knowing and dealing with people attacked by dementia, scares the living hell out of me. Thank you for the information! Great presentation!

[friend]

B1 really helps, but it may keep you awake for a long time if you take it in the evening. I had to learn this the hard way, anxiety stopped, but lack of sleep caused other troubles. Simply taking it early in the day completely solved this problem and the benefits persist.

[noracoyle]

I'm a 64 yr old retired nurse and I have suffered from anxiety, depression and chronic insomnia all my adult life, I drink a lot of coffee. So I'm off to try this b1

[nameisprivate]

I thought I was going to die. So many doctors. So many tests….
Not better.
Almost a decade of this I’ve suffered. About 5mi ago I woke up and could hardly walk. Sudden sciatica pain that was unexplained. Debilitating.
We did an epidural that didn’t help and then a nerve block. I finally let the gastro doc do all the tests I’d avoided and at the end he said I was perfectly fine but had a severe b-12 deficiency that a recent h-Pilori infection had made worse.
I got my first shot and the next day I could see sound and hear color. I was absolutly amazed.
I’m happy I’m not dying and looking forward to my next 7 shots but then once monthly for life.
He said I can’t store iron and can’t absorb b-12…..so with b-12 shots he’s hoping I’ll store iron and get my red count fixed.

[katjones]

Literally 2 dr’s and no help or diagnosis. This guy is a freaking gem ❤❤❤

[PrincessIgna]

I have been depressed and have anxiety for more than 10 years!!! I am undiagnosed but I’m well read on what my symptoms are. I bought B1 and B12, and it really helps! I was calling out of work before at least once a week!!! Now I’m able to go to work and focus 🧘🏽‍♀️ And not come home tired! My body aches and pains have decreased tremendously, I’m not as hungry anymore, and I’m overall more calm and not nervous. I can actually stand next to someone without social anxiety! My memory has gottten better! I couldn’t exercise before without being in too much pain afterwards but now I can! I’ve been having dizzy spells before, but they went away. I don’t ever really sweat but have started sweating more. I was having trouble breathing, I thought it was just my asthma but no my breathing has gotten so much better since taking these vitamins. It’s even, and well paced and I’m not wheezing. Etc etc However it makes me feel so good, that I don’t even want to go to sleep at night!!! Life feels so good now!! I want to do everything!!! I thought I was a homebody, no I was house-bound! Not by choice! And I’m only 27 and was suffering from this. My life is starting to change for the better

[danakullmann]

You just described the last 25 years of my life. Getting B1 today!

[PositiveRaincloud]

Started taking b1 100 3x a day after my Dr recommended it and oh my god the difference. I didn't understand how people had energy to go to the gym, now I have the energy to exercise. I feel like I can think more clearly, I have don't feel so foggy, my anxiety has dropped completely, I'm sleeping better, and I just all around feel like I can get on with my life.

It's still crazy to me how lacking a single vitamin can have such a huge impact on your life. Highly recommend it to anyone suffering with fatigue. I went from doing the bare minimum because of energy restrictions to cleaning my whole house going to work, and still having energy to do a workout after.

[arunbhasin]

I just cannot emphasize enough how this "Great Imitator" of other illnesses did precisely THAT to me. You are truly a gift to the world. You're disseminating this information free of charge whereas Allopathic Medicine Doctors don't pass-on this information even after charging hefty fees. Thank you so much!

[robinah-sing]

Watched it 6 times. In a row. I appreciate your hard work in making these videos.. They have changed my life

[donnasimonds]

We have to take control of our own health with Dr Berg.
My daughter is in nursing school and her professors use Dr Berg videos to teach them!!😊🎉❤

[enidclass]

My blood work stated that my B1 was a 2. The lowest my doctor and nurse have seen on their careers. I have been taking B1 every day for a month and had another test, and it is good.