Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Vitamin B2 is an easily absorbed water-soluble vitamin that needs to be replenished daily. It works best with vitamin C, vitamin B6 and niacin. Stressful situations and lifestyles require additional B-complex.

Benefits and functions:

• Needed for carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism
• Increases energy through proper utilization of food
• Helps reduce cholesterol and tryglycerides
• Helps prevent and ease the severity of migraine headaches
• May eliminate canker sores and bad breath
• Aids in the formation of antibodies and red blood cells
• Maintains cell respiration
• Necessary for the maintenance of good vision, skin, nails and hair
• Alleviates eye fatigue
• Promotes general health

Possible Symptoms of Deficiency:

• Itching and burning eyes
• Cracks and sores in the mouth and lips
• Bloodshot eyes
• Purplish tongue
• Retarded growth
• Digestive disturbances
• Oily skin

Food Sources: legumes, spinach and whole grains.