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Vitamin B2 Riboflavin Water soluble (Sources (light exposure can lead to…
Vitamin B2
Riboflavin
Water soluble
Functions
Coenzyme in oxidation processes for releasing energy from fats, carbs and proteins
involved in some other B-vitamins
necessary for activiation of folacin
aids pyridoxine in conversion of tryptophan to niacin
Sources
meat and fish next best sources
light exposure can lead to 50% - 70% lose in milk
best to store milk in light proof containers
milk and milk products are best source
plant sources do not contain large amounts
danger of deficiency consuming mainly plant based diet
Special requirements
increased requirement for
those with severe malabsorption
pregnant women carrying more than 1 foetus
people undergoing dialysis
Symptoms
build up over time
cracked lips
hair loss
cracked corners of mouth
red smooth tongue
sore throat
bloodshot eyes
scaly condition of skin
growth failure in children
Excess:
no adverse effects