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What is
it?
Riboflavin, also known as
vitamin B2, is one of the vital parts of the B-complex
family. Unlike many other nutrients, vitamin B2 is not
ingested directly. Instead, it is made in the intestines,
converted from flavonoids in the daily diet. Vitamin B2 is
one of the most readily absorbed of all nutrients, but it is
also one of the most easily excreted. It is a water-soluble
vitamin, and it is not stored in the body.
What Does
in the Body?
Is essential in body growth,
tissue repair, cell respiration, proper food digestion,
nervous system health, assimilation of iron and works with
vitamin A for good vision.
It also works with B1 in the
conversion of food to
energy.
Where is it Found?
Good food source of Vitamin B are:
Beef, liver, enriched
breads, pork, eggs, tuna, dairy products, fortified cereals
and wheat germs
The Recommended Daily
Intakes are: men 1.7 mg, women 1.7 mg, pregnant 2.0
mg, lactating 2.5 mg. Deficiency/Side
Effects
Signs of a
vitamin B2 deficiency include problems with
vision, sores in or near the mouth, hair loss, insomnia,
dizziness, digestive problems and inflammation of the tongue
and mouth.
Riboflavin in excess does not appear to cause any serious
side effect. A normal yellow discoloration of the urine is
seen with an increased intake of vitamin B2, but this is
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