Riboflavin

Also Known As : Vitamin B2, B Complex Vitamin, Riboflavine

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Usage Tips

Riboflavin is used in soft drinks, cheese and cheese products, dairy products, bakery goods, fish products.
It is also used in canned fruits and vegetables, confectionery, sherbets, jams and jellies, soups, mayonnaise and salad dressing, fats and oils.

Common names and forms

Vitamin B2

Description

Riboflavin or vitamin B2 is a water-soluble vitamin. It is an orangish-yellow colored crystalline powder and it is naturally occurring in milk, cheese, leafy green vegetables, liver, yeast, almonds and mature soya beans.

Health benefits

Riboflavin helps in the production of energy by assisting in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.⁽¹⁾
It helps in proper growth and development of the reproductive organs.⁽¹⁾
It also help to prevent many common conditions like migraine headaches, cataracts, acne, dermatitis.⁽¹⁾
Riboflavin may also help in providing relief from symptoms of many nervous system conditions such as numbness and anxiety.⁽¹⁾
It plays a major role in ensuring healthy corneas and perfect vision.⁽¹⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vitamins/health-benefits-of-vitamin-b2-or-riboflavin.html

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