Riboflavin is also a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal growth and development, reproduction, lactation, physical performance, and well-being. It participates in essential biochemical reactions, especially those that yield energy required to process amino acids and fats.

Plays an essential role in:

§          Antioxidant activity, both by itself, and as part of the enzyme glutathione reductase.

§          Plays a role in the conversion of carbohydrates to ATP in the production of energy.

§          Riboflavin-containing coenzymes (FMN and FAD) play roles in fatty acid synthesis, beta-oxidation of fatty acids, deamination of amino acids, and conversion of pyruvic acid to acetyl coenzyme A.

§            Necessary for growth and reproduction and the healthy growth of skin, hair, and nails.

Vitamin B2 deficiency

Primarily affect the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes of the GI tract. Deficiencies seldom occur alone, but rather as a component of multiple-nutrient deficiencies.

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 Vitamin B2 Forms
Riboflavin, riboflavin hydrochloride, and activated riboflavin, which is riboflavin-5-phosphate