vitamin b2
metabolismnervous systemhealthy skinheart function
normal red blood cell counts
Purpose of Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2, riboflavin, can convert sources of food into chemical energy. It is required to activate other vitamins and is important for supporting essential biological functions in the body, such as methylation. Vitamin B2 is also a component in the glutathione detoxification cycle.
Vitamin B2 is important for:
- Normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Proper functioning of the nervous system
- Maintaining healthy skin
- Sustaining normal red blood cell counts
- Keeping vision normal
- Regulating the metabolism of iron, B6, and B9
- Supporting the optimal function of the antioxidant glutathione
- Reducing tiredness and fatigue
Food Sources of Vitamin B2
To ensure adequate Vitamin B2 intake, a balanced diet with a variety of foods is recommended. Key sources include:
- Milk
- Eggs
- Fortified breakfast cereals
- Mushrooms
- Plain yogurt
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