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Vitamin B1 for Chronic Fatigue

Essential cofactor for pyruvate dehydrogenase and alpha-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase, enabling cellular energy production from glucose.

How strong is the research?

Strong evidence

Based on a randomised controlled trial (RCT) — the gold standard for establishing cause and effect.

Research source

SourceLonsdale D et al. · Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2018

How much to take

50–100 mg

High-dose thiamine (benfotiamine form) may be more effective. Take on empty stomach.

When to take it

Best taken: morning

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