Vitamin B-2 - Riboflavin

Vitamin B2 is a vitamin that helps the body process amino acids and fats; activate vitamin B6 and folic acid, and helps convert carbohydrates to adenosine tri-phosphate.

Solubility: Water

Functionality:
Aids in formation of red blood cells and antibodies, Essential for carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism, Promotes general health, Necessary for the maintenance of good skin, nails, hair and good vision, Maintains cells respiration

Rich Sources:
Dairy Products, Green Leafy Vegetables, Whole & Enriched Grains, Beef, Lamb, Eggs

Deficiency Disease:
Ariboflavinosis, Painful tongue and fissures to the corners of the mouth, chapped lips

Overdose Disease: N/A

Deficiency Symptoms:
Symptoms include red, swollen, cracked mouth and tongue; fatigue; depression; anemia; and greasy, scaly skin. The formation of cataracts may be a result of this vitamin deficiency.

Deficiency Occurs in:

1. Alcoholics
2. People with cataracts or sickle cell anemia
3. People with chronic fatigue syndrome

1. Men: 1.3 mg
2. Women: 1.1 mg
3. Pregnancy: 1.4 mg
4. Lactation: 1.6 mg