As A Treatment"...Brewer's yeast is the richest natural source of vitamin B2..."
Vitamin B2 participates in a number of vital processes involved in normal growth, maintenance and development. It is the vitamin that gives the urine the bright yellow color when one is taking multivitamins. Liver, kidney, beans, egg yolk and yeast.
Is involved in two types of energy metabolism: in protein metabolism to form enzymes necessary to transport oxygen to cells; and in metabolism of lipids such as fatty acids. B2 is needed for tissue repair and plays a role in our defense and immune system.
Water Involved in: breakdown & utilisation of carbohydrates, fats & proteins; production of energy in cells; utilisation of other B vitamins; production of hormones by the adrenal glands. Brewer's yeast, liver, kidney, milk, cheese, eggs, wholegrain & enriched cereals, wheatgerm
Helps prevent cataracts, conjunctivitis, fatigue, dermatitis, birth defects and according to some researchers-cancer. This water soluble nutrient is quickly destroyed by light. In the body, drugs like birth control and tranquilizers inhibit absorption. Riboflavin participates in the respiration of every single cell.
Helps release energy from carbohydrates; interacts with other B vitamins and is essential for growth and for the production of red blood cells.
or Riboflavin is required by the body to use oxygen, and the metabolism of amino acids, fatty acids, and carbohydrates. Vitamin B2 is further needed to activate Vitamin B6. It helps to create Niacin and assists the adrenal gland. It is most beneficial to the skin, hair and nails.
aka riboflavin. It produces red blood cells, metabolizes fatty acids and makes enzymes from protein.
An essential nutrient that is part of the "B-complex" family. More commonly referred to as riboflavin, vitamin B2 promotes healthy skin, nails and hair. B2 also aids in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. B2 is necessary for red blood cell formation, antibody production, cell respiration and growth.
As A Treatment" Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is an orange-yellow crystal that is stable to heat, acid and oxidation..."
As A Treatment"...Though there are many deficiency symptoms possible with low levels of B2 in the body, no specific serious deficiency disease is noted for riboflavin, as there is for vitamins B1 and B3 (niacin)..."
A water-soluble vitamin, part of the vitamin B complex. It helps the body process amino acids and fats, make antibodies and red blood cells, and maintain good vision, hair, nails and skin. A deficiency of vitamin B2 may result in itching and burning eyes, digestive disturbances, sores in the mouth and on the lips, retarded growth, sluggishness, and trembling. It is found in dairy products, dark green leafy vegetables, whole grains and enriched bread and cereal.
