Beriberi, White Rice, and Vitamin B
Caused by the lack of a minute quantity of the chemical thiamin, or vitamin B1 in the diet, beriberi is characterized by weakness and loss of feeling in the feet and legs, then swelling from fluid retention, and finally heart failure. This book offers a comprehensive account of the history and treatment of beriberi.
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Caused by the lack of a minute quantity of the chemical thiamin, or vitamin B1 in the diet, beriberi is characterized by weakness and loss of feeling in the feet and legs, then swelling from fluid retention, and finally heart failure. This book offers a comprehensive account of the history and treatment of beriberi.
| ISBN / EAN | 9780520220539 |
|---|---|
| Auteur | Carpenter, Kenneth J. |
| Editeur | University of California Press |