The Biochemical Basis of Beriberi: Unraveling Thiamine's Crucial Role
•
4 min read
Beriberi, once a widespread and devastating disease, results from a severe deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1), a crucial nutrient the body cannot produce on its own. The biochemical basis of beriberi revolves around the breakdown of fundamental energy-generating pathways, particularly in highly metabolically active tissues like the nervous system and heart.
