Vitamin B2 is the second member of the B complex group.
Also known as Riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin, one that cannot be stored by the body. It must be replenished daily.
Riboflavin aids digestion and helps in the functioning of the nervous system. It prevents constipation, promotes a healthy skin, nails and hair, and strengthens the mucous lining of the mouth, lips and tongue. Help to treat migraine headaches, cataracts, rheumatoid arthritis, anaemia.

SOURCES:
Fruits-papayas, raisins, apricots, pineapples, bananas,
Nuts and oilseeds-almonds, walnuts, pistachio nuts, cashew nuts, mustard seeds
Dairy products - milk, eggs, cottage cheese, yogurt, yeast,
Vegetables - asparagus, okra, turnip, radish, spinach, brussel sprouts, lettuce, cauliflower, most of the dark green leafy vegetables, mushrooms
Meats - liver, kidney and heart, beef
Cereals - barley, wheat germ, wheat flour, rice
Legumes - soya beans, peas, lentil, gram (black, red, bengal)
Fish - oily fish, salmon
Side effects: There is no known toxicity to riboflavin.
Because riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin, excess amounts are easily excreted by the body in the urine. Possible reactions to very high doses may include itching, numbness, burning or prickling sensations and sensitivity to light. Excess riboflavin excreted in the urine causes it to become bright yellow in color, which many people notice when they take B vitamin supplements. Also sulpha drugs and alcohol can destroy vitamin B2.

Daily intake recommendation:
1.7 mg for men
1.3 mg for women
1.6 mg for breastfeeding women

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