Vitamin B2 - Riboflavin: Sources and Functions

Previously, we talked about Vitamin A and Vitamin B1, so today we will be learning more about Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) , the second member of the B complex group, which is also known as 'the beauty vitamin', as you read on,you ll learn of the reasons why its fondly called the beauty vitamin.

Lets take a peek at its

Functions And Benefits
Essential for the release of energy and proper functioning of the nervous system, vitamin B2 is vital for growth, general health, eyes, skin, hair and nails.

It is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrate, Fats and protein, regulates energy, breaks down amino acid and regulate hormones.

Vitamin B2 is also important in the formation of red blood cells, protects against cataracts, supports cellular breathing, helps in normal tissue maintenance and also helpful in counteracting the tendancy towards glaucoma.

An ample supply of this vitamins can also prevents red, cracked lips and burning tongue as well as preserve the appearance and feeling of youth

*may help with high lactate or lactic acidosis.

So much for vitamin B2 right, lets move our train to its sources

Food sources
Rich in leafy and green vegetables.such as spinach, lotus stems, turnip greens, beets, carrot leaves, fruits such as papapya, custard apples, apricots, food su h as milk, cheese, while grains, egg whites, meat, fish, mushroom, wheat germ.

Almond, brewer s yeast, walnuts, pistachio nut. Mustard seed are all reported to be good sources of the aforementioned vitamin.

Moving over to the
Daily Recommended intake

Men. 1.3-1.5mg
Women. 1.1-1.3mg
Children. 1.3mg
Infants.   60mcg

*some nutritional professionals promote doses as high as 25-50mg per day.

Thats all for vitamin B2.