DS Haven In Light Of Things
Why can increasing vitamin B1 leave some people dizzy, unusually thirsty, or with a racing heart? This clip explores how thiamine deficiency may disrupt the balance of potassium and sodium inside cells, and why restoring B1 can create a sudden shift in potassium demand. That electrolyte change may help explain some of the unexpected symptoms people report when increasing thiamine.
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