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Vitamin B2 - riboflavin - information page
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Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is manufactured in the body by the intestinal
flora and is easily absorbed, although very small quantities are
stored, so there is a constant need for this vitamin.

vitamin B2 riboflavin

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Vitamin B2 - riboflavin - is required for

Deficiency of vitamin B2

Dosage

Toxicity and symptoms of high intake

Best used with

When more may be required

Enemy of vitamin B2

Other interesting points

Food sources of vitamin B2

Vitamin B2 contained in the following Zest for Life products

 

Vitamin B2 - riboflavin - is required for 
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It is required by the body to use oxygen and the metabolism of amino
acids, fatty acids, and carbohydrates. Riboflavin is further needed to
activate vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), helps to create niacin and assists
the adrenal gland. It may be used for red blood cell formation,
antibody production, cell respiration, and growth.

It eases watery eye fatigue and may be helpful in the prevention and
treatment of cataracts. Vitamin B2 is required for the health of the
mucus membranes in the digestive tract and helps with the absorption
of iron and vitamin B6.

Although it is needed for periods of rapid growth, it is also needed
when protein intake is high, and is most beneficial to the skin, hair
and nails.

Deficiency of vitamin B2 
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A shortage of this vitamin may manifest itself as cracks and sores at
the corners of the mouth, eye disorders, inflammation of the mouth and
tongue, and skin lesions.

Dermatitis, dizziness, hair loss, insomnia, light sensitivity, poor
digestion, retarded growth, and slow mental responses have also been
reported. Burning feet can also be indicative of a shortage.

Dosage 
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The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but
be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to
ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the
therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased
considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind.

Male 1,6 mg per day and female 1.2 mg per day although 50 mg is mostly
recommended for supplementation.

Toxicity and symptoms of high intake 
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The limited capacity to absorb orally administered riboflavin
precludes its potential for harm. Riboflavin intake of many times the
RDA is without demonstrable toxicity.

A normal yellow discoloration of the urine is seen with an increased
intake of this vitamin - but it is normal and harmless.

Best used with 
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Riboflavin is best taken with B group vitamins and vitamin C.

But please note - if taking a B2 supplement make sure that the B6
amount is nearly the same.

When more may be required 
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Extra might be needed when consuming alcohol, antibiotics, and birth
control pills or doing strenuous exercise.

If you are under a lot of stress or on a calorie-restricted diet, this
vitamin could also be of use.

Enemy of vitamin B2 
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Riboflavin is sensitive to light.

Other interesting points 
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This nutrient is of use in the health of hair, nails and skin.

Food sources of vitamin B2 
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Organ meats, nuts, cheese, eggs, milk and lean meat are great sources
of riboflavin, but is also available in good quantities in green leafy
vegetables, fish, legumes, whole grains, and yogurt.

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