The Health Benefits of Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

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I want to take a few minutes to talk about Riboflavin and it’s potential health benefits. Riboflavin is a water soluble vitamin also known as vitamin B2 that is typically included as part of a B vitamin complex.

The name riboflavin comes from the terms “ribose”, a type of sugar, and “flavin” yellow. Riboflavin is essential for proper development and function of the skin, maintaining lining of the digestive tract, healthy blood cells, and many other functions in the body. Riboflavin is needed to help break down carbohydrates, proteins, ketones and fats. It also makes it possible for oxygen to be utilized properly by your body.

Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2 or lactoflavin, is an essential nutrient. It has been linked to reduced risk of esophageal and cervical cancer, Reduce cardiovascular risk, heart attack, myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, Reduction in blood pressure, hypertension, Migraine headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, Certain blood disorders, eye fatigue, cataracts, and glaucoma. Memory loss including Alzheimer’s disease., Promotes energy production, potent anti-oxidant, burning feet syndrome, Acne, skin care, Boosting the immune system, Aging, Maintaining healthy skin and hair, iron deficiency anemia, migraine headache, congestive heart failure or CHF, and parkinsons disease. It is commonly found in Dairy products, Eggs, Green leafy vegetables, Lean meats, Legumes, Nuts, Breads and cereals are often fortified , Liver, kidneys. Metabolically, it’s associated with flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN).

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