THIAMINE (VITAMIN B-1) plays a key role in the body’s metabolic cycle for generating energy, aids in the digestion of carbohydrates and is essential for the normal functioning of the nervous system, muscles and heart. A deficiency of Vitamin B-1 can appear as loss of appetite and general weakness and overall loss of energy as well as mental impairment and muscle wasting. Also shown to have a calming effect. Thiamine is highly vulnerable to heat generated in feed processing, supplementation is recommended.