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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Recommended Daily Intake
| 1.3 mg for men |
1.1 mg for women |
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Food Sources
Milk and dairy products
Green leafy vegetables
Organ meat
Whole grain
Problems Associated with Deficiencies
Oral lesions, cracks and sores
Seborrheic dermatitis
Weakness and fatigue
Anemia
Functions/Potential Benefits at Recommended Levels
Aids in energy utilization from food
Needed for vision
Helps in red blood cell formation and nervous system functioning
Essential for the metabolism of vitamin B6, niacin, folic acid and vitamin K
Potential Benefits Under Investigation
May protect against the formation of cataracts
Helps in treatment of migraines
Special Considerations/Possible Adverse Effects with Excess Intake
No reported adverse effects in studies with doses up to 200 mg/day
* Information in this chart is not intended to provide a complete review on any topic.
** The information in this chart is in reference to healthy adults only, not to children or pregnant and lactating women. |
