Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Also Known As : Riboflavin

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is odorless and has a bitter taste.

Common names and forms

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

Description

Vitamin B2 is one of eight B vitamins that are essential for human health. It can be found in eggs, green vegetables, milk and other dairy product, meat, mushrooms, and almonds. It is a water-soluble vitamin, so it is soluble in water.

Health benefits

Vitamin B2 helps to increases blood circulation.⁽¹⁾
It helps to prevent many common conditions like migraine headaches, cataracts, acne, dermatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and eczema.⁽¹⁾
It also boosts energy.⁽¹⁾
It plays an important role in the repair of tissues, the healing of wounds and other injuries that can take a long time to fully recover.⁽¹⁾
Vitamin B2 helps in healthy fetal development.⁽¹⁾

Note

Excess of Vitamin B2 may cause urine to turn a bright yellow color.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

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

(2) https://www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/riboflavin

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