Riboflavin
(Vitamin B-2)
VITAMIN
B2 - Riboflavin Stimulates health
and
growth of hair, nails, skin cells. Helps eyes by
bringing oxygen to body tissues. Can help eliminate
dandruff. May aid in preventing hair loss.
Riboflavin
is a water-soluble vitamin that was named from the Latin word flavius
(yellow) to denote the deep color of crystals formed from the pure vitamin
and the deep yellow color it gives to urine. Biochemically, riboflavin is
metabolized to form the flavin coenzymes: flavin adenine dinucleotide
(FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN). The functional moiety in both
coenzymes is riboflavin's isoalloxazine ring system, which serves as a
two-electron acceptor in enzymatic biochemical reductions. Enzymes that
use a flavin cofactor are termed "flavoproteins" and have been
extensively studied. Clinically, riboflavin promotes normal growth, helps
with the breakdown of fat, and assists in the synthesis of steroids, red
blood cells, and glycogen. Symptoms associated with riboflavin deficiency
are inflammation of the tongue, light sensitivity, itching, dizziness,
insomnia, and slow learning. In one open clinical study, high-dose
riboflavin showed significant effectiveness as a migraine treatment.
Common sources of riboflavin are almonds, yeast, cheese, eggs, chicken,
beef, kidney, liver, and wheat germ.
Recommended Dietary Allowances: Men = 1.7 mg; Women = 1.3 mg; Pregnant
Women = 1.6 mg
IMPORTANCE:
- Necessary for carbohydrate, fat & protein
metabolism
- aids in the formation of antibodies and red blood
cells
- maintains cell respiration
- necessary for the maintenance of good vision, skin,
nails & hair
- alleviates eye fatigue
- promotes general health
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS:
- itching and burning eyes
- cracks and sores in the mouth & lips
- bloodshot eyes
- purplish tongue
- dermatitis
- retarded growth
- digestive disturbances
- trembling
- sluggishness
- oily skin
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (5ml)
Serving Per Container:47 |
|
Amount
per serving |
% USRDA |
Calories |
4 |
<2 |
Total Carbohydrate |
1 g |
<2 |
Total Fat |
0 g |
0 |
Sodium |
0 g |
0 |
Vitamin B2 |
50 mg |
1.7 mg |
Phytogenic Mineral Catalyst |
100 mcg |
** |
Calcium, Chloride, Cobalt, Chromium, Magnesium,
Boron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Iron, Copper, Phosphorus,
Sulfur, Potassium, Iodine and Zinc |
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie
diet
** No daily value established |
Directions: Take 5 ml once daily with food |
* This statements have not been
evaluated by the Food and Drag Administration.
This products are not intended
to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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