B-2 (riboflavin) has been put into a product by the researchers at Source Naturals. Vitamin B-2 is an easily absorbed, water-soluble micronutrient that plays an important part in maintaining human health. Vitamin B-2 is also known as riboflavin and supports energy production for the body. B-2 is made up of two enzymes: flavin mononucleotide (FMN), and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). The two enzymes are vital for normal fatty acid and amino acids synthesis. Without these enzymes, cellular growth cannot occur in the absence of vitamin B-2 riboflavin.<p>Vitamin B-2 works for the transfer of electrons in the cellular oxidation-reduction. This oxidation-reduction generates energy from protein, carbohydrates and fat. The coenzymes in riboflavin play a key role in the transformation of vitamin B-6 and folic acid back into their active forms. They also work in the conversion of tryptophan into niacin. Source Naturals has put together the ultimate B-2 riboflavin product on the market!<p><b>Functions:</b><ul><li>Aids metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins</li><li>Required for red blood cell formation and antibody production</li><li>Promotes healthy skin, nails, hair growth</li><li>Promotes general good health</li><li>Plays a key role in energy production in the body</li><li>Needed to process amino acids and fats</li><li>Activates vitamin B6 & folic acid</li><li>Essential for normal tissue respiration</li><li>Helps convert carbohydrates into energy</li></ul><p><b>Deficiency</b><br>Symptoms that will be seen in case of deficiency of Vitamin B2:<ul><li>Bloodshot eyes</li><li>Burning tongue</li><li>Digestive problems</li><li>Eye tiredness</li><li>Fatigue</li><li>Inflammation in the mouth</li><li>Itching and burning of the eyes</li><li>Oily skin</li><li>Premature wrinkles on the face and arms</li><li>Abnormal sensitivity to light</li><li>Soreness of lips, mouth and tongue</li><li>Watering of eyes</li></ul><p><b>Sources of B-2 (Riboflavin):</b><br>While riboflavin is usually stable it will leach into cooking water when heated. If foods are stored in clear containers, such as glass, their riboflavin content will be lost in a short period of time. This loss is because riboflavin is destroyed by exposure to light.<p>Food Sources:<ul><li>Almonds</li><li>Cheese</li><li>Eggs</li><li>Green leafy vegetables</li><li>Milk</li><li>Mushrooms</li><li>Oily fish</li><li>Organ meats, such as liver</li><li>Red meats</li><li>Enriched breads and cereals</li><li>Whole grains</li><li>Yeast</li></ul> |
Other Ingredients: Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Modified Cellulose Gum, and Magnesium Stearate. |
