Vitamin B2 – Riboflavin

Posted on November 3, 2007 in Latest News

Sources of Riboflavin

Organ Meats

Lean Meats

Cheese

Milk

Eggs

Nuts

Green Leafy Vegetables

Fish

Legumes

Whole Grains

Yogurt

Functions of Riboflavin

Facilitates use of oxygen by the tissues in skin, nails and hair.

Eliminates dandruff

Improves absorption of iron and pyridoxine

Helps development of fetus in pregnant women

Improves metabolism

Deficiency

Itching and burning of eyes

Sores in mouths

Bloodshot eyes

Purplish tongue

Dermatitis

Retarded growth

Digestive disturbances

Oily Skin

Glossitis

Seborrhea

Angular Stomatitis

Cheilosis

Photophobia

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