NOW Foods Vitamin B-1 (Thiamine) 100 mg, 200 Tablets

Looking to boost your daily energy and keep your nervous system firing on all cylinders? NOW Foods Vitamin B-1 (Thiamine) 100 mg tablets are a simple way to support those functions. This essential B vitamin helps convert carbohydrates into fuel your body can use, and it plays a key part in maintaining healthy nerves, muscles, and heart function.

Who Should Take a Thiamine Supplement?

While a balanced diet usually provides enough thiamine, some groups can benefit from extra. Consider supplementation if you:

• Eat a diet high in processed foods – whole grains and legumes are rich sources, but modern diets often fall short.
• Are over 60 – absorption naturally declines with age.
• Drink alcohol regularly – alcohol reduces absorption and increases loss through urine.
• Follow a vegan or vegetarian diet – although plant sources exist, it can be tricky to get enough.
• Have digestive issues – conditions like Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, or bariatric surgery can impair uptake.

If any of these apply, a daily 100 mg supplement like NOW Foods Vitamin B-1 may help maintain optimal levels.*

What Is Thiamine (Vitamin B-1)?

Thiamine, or vitamin B-1, is a water-soluble vitamin your body needs but can’t make. It’s found naturally in cereal grains, beans, nuts, eggs, and meat, but you must get it from food or supplements. NOW Foods provides 100 mg of thiamine per tablet in the well-absorbed hydrochloride form, designed to support energy metabolism and nerve tissue health.*

Key Benefits of Thiamine

Thiamine contributes to several bodily processes:

• Energy production*: It acts as a cofactor in reactions that release energy from carbohydrates.
• Healthy nerve function*: Helps maintain myelin sheaths and supports nerve impulse transmission.
• Heart health*: Plays a role in normal heart function and blood vessel health.
• Digestive support*: Aids in producing hydrochloric acid for proper digestion.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the TGA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease.

How to Choose a Quality Thiamine Supplement

When picking a thiamine product, keep these points in mind:

• Form: Thiamine HCl is the most common and well-absorbed – what NOW Foods uses.
• Dosage: 100 mg per tablet is a moderate therapeutic dose suitable for general well-being. Higher doses exist but consult a health professional first.
• Quality: NOW Foods is a trusted brand with third-party testing. Their vitamin B-1 is non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free.
• Value: This pack gives you 200 tablets (enough for 100–200 days depending on dose), making it an economical choice.

Dosage and Directions for Use

For adults, the recommended dietary intake (RDI) for thiamine is about 1.1–1.2 mg per day. Therapeutic supplements often use 50–100 mg daily. Take one tablet daily with a meal. Since thiamine is water-soluble, excess is excreted in urine, making it safe at recommended doses. Always consult your health care provider before starting a new supplement, especially if you’re pregnant, nursing, or taking medications. Always read the label and follow directions for use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between thiamine HCl and benfotiamine? Thiamine HCl is the standard water-soluble form; benfotiamine is a fat-soluble derivative with potentially higher absorption. This product contains thiamine HCl, which works well for most.

Can I take it on an empty stomach? Thiamine is best absorbed with food, but if you experience stomach upset, take it with a meal.

How long until I notice benefits? As a water-soluble vitamin, levels can improve within days to weeks. Many users report better energy and mental clarity after a few weeks.

Is this vegan? Yes, NOW Foods Vitamin B-1 tablets are vegan and contain no animal products.