Beriberi

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Description

Beriberi is a type of nutritional ailment that occurs specifically as a result of Vitamin B1 deficiency.  It results in degeneration of the Nervous System and Heart Failure.

 

These Substances Cure Beriberi

Vitamins

 Beriberi occurs as a direct result of Vitamin B1 deficiency.  [1]

 

Beriberi may Cause these Ailments

Cardiovascular System

 Beriberi may cause fluid to accumulate in the Ankles,Feet, Heartand Legs.

 Beriberi may cause Cardiomyopathy.

 

Nervous System

 Beriberi may cause inflammation of Neurons and may impair the function of Neurons.

 

These Ailments may Cause Beriberi

Alcohol-Related Ailments

 Persons afflicted with Alcoholism (alcoholics) are at greater risk of contracting Beriberi.

 

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