Vitamin B2
Among the 8 B vitamins , we generally focus on B6, B9 or B12, considered essential for good health. But there are many others!
Less famous than its B group counterparts, vitamin B2 is essential for the assimilation of other B group vitamins, notably B3, B6 and B9. Find out with us what its properties and health benefits are, its main sources and all the useful information about it.
What is vitamin B2?
Vitamin B2, or riboflavin , is a water-soluble compound, meaning it dissolves in water.
As such, it cannot be stored by the body: excess quantities are eliminated through urine.
This is why vitamin B2 must be ingested daily through food or food supplements.
Vitamin B2 is an essential vitamin for many metabolic functions, especially those affecting tissues and the proper development of the nervous system.
The main sources of vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 is found in both plant and animal foods, but it is abundant in milk and its derivatives, eggs and organ meats , such as liver, heart and tripe.
This vitamin is degraded by light, while being resistant to heat. However, it is likely to be dissolved in water when boiling food: keep this in mind when you are cooking! 😉
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Vitamin B2 deficiency: what are the consequences?
What are the factors that can lead to vitamin b2 deficiency ?
The absorption of vitamin B2 is reduced by taking oral contraceptives, drinking alcohol and tobacco, as well as excess sugar and coffee.
Here is a list of the most common symptoms linked to vitamin B2 deficiency, often affecting the mucous membranes and skin.
- Cracks at the corners of the lip;
- Itching around the nose, ears and scalp;
- Stomatitis (inflammation of the oral mucous membranes);
- Glossitis (inflammation of the tongue);
- A burning sensation in the eyes;
- Increased sensitivity to light;
- Reduced vision;
- Loss of appetite;
- Weakness;
- Fatigue;
- Depression ;
- Anemia.
What are the benefits of vitamin B2?
The properties of vitamin B2 are numerous, providing multiple benefits to the body.
First, like vitamin B1, it plays a very important role in enabling the synthesis of all energy processes in the body.
Here are the other main benefits of vitamin B2:
Vitamin B2 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system
Vitamin B2, along with other B vitamins, such as B1, B6 and B12, can help treat various nervous system conditions (such as numbness, anxiety, etc.). It participates in the proper functioning of our nervous system.
Additionally, when combined with vitamin B6, B2 is considered effective in treating the painful symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Vitamin B2 helps reduce fatigue
One of the most important properties of vitamin B2 is that of providing the body with the right amount of energy it needs to carry out daily tasks.
By promoting the absorption of iron and vitamin B6 , our fabulous B2 helps the body reduce fatigue and exhaustion, giving it a punch to face the day!
Vitamin B2 participates in normal energy metabolism
Vitamin B2 is involved in the processes of production of cellular energy available in the form of ATP, particularly in the metabolism and absorption of lipids. This is very important for the energy support and growth of the entire organism.
This precious vitamin plays an equally determining role for the health of the skin , nails, hair and for the proper functioning of vision.
In this regard, it can be useful in the prevention and treatment of cataracts. But that's not the end: vitamin B2 is also used for the production of antibodies and cellular respiration. In short, enough to decide to adopt it!
Vitamin B2 contributes to the production of red blood cells
Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is involved in the process of producing red blood cells and also contributes to the transport of oxygen to cells. An optimal level of vitamin B2 thus helps to keep these two functions unaltered, reducing the risk of anemia.
Vitamin B2 exerts antioxidant activity on cells
Another essential function of vitamin B2 is the protection of cells from oxidative stress , which counteracts the effect of the dreaded free radicals . These are by-products of cellular respiration that can cause serious harm to health. By damaging cells and DNA, they can accelerate the aging process, cause heart disease and even tumors.
In this regard, the activity of vitamin B2 has been linked to the prevention of colorectal, esophageal and prostate cancer. For women with breast cancer, the results of a meta-analysis of 10 epidemiological studies involving 12,268 patients are encouraging. It appears that the consumption of vitamin B2 is associated with a 15% reduction in the risk of breast cancer.
How to choose the right vitamin B2 supplement?
When you choose your vitamin B2 supplement , it is essential that you opt for a product containing:
- Safe traceability;
- Bioavailable and excellent quality active ingredients;
- Manufacturing in compliance with the strictest standards;
- Optimal dosage.
So, you will probably ask yourself: how to supplement with vitamin B2 at Novoma ? Through our Multivitamins , a product containing a broad spectrum of vitamins, to which minerals and phytonutrients or plant extracts are added.
Our vitamin B2 is an active form Riboflavin 5′-phosphate , easily assimilated by the body and well dosed. The 4 capsules per day that we recommend for this Multivitamin contain the optimal dose of 1.4 mg of vitamin B2.
Vitamin B2: contraindications
Vitamin B2 is considered safe and non-toxic. Taking and administering high doses does not cause serious health problems, particularly because the excess is naturally eliminated through the urine.
However, very high doses could cause:
- Intense yellow urine;
- A feeling of numbness;
- Increased sensitivity to light;
- A generalized burning sensation.
