Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is a vitamin present in food and used as a health supplement. It is required by the human body for cellular respiration. Mild riboflavin deficiencies can exceed 50% of the people in developing countries and in refugee situations. Deficiency is uncommon in the United States and in other countries that have wheat flour, bread, pasta, corn meal or rice enrichment regulations.
Signs of riboflavin shortage in our human anatomy:
– Dry skin
– Itchy red eyes
– Mood swings
– Cracked lips
– Sore throat
– Eye sensitivity
– Swelling of the mouth and throat
– Swollen tongue
– Hair loss
B2 vitamin rich foods:
Vitamin B2 is water soluble, so cooking foods can cause it to be lost, so it is recommended to eat the following foods raw for maximum intake, but it isn’t mandatory.
– Eggs
– Dairy products
– Avocados
– Cayenne pepper
– Fortified cereals
– Mushrooms
– Nuts
– Pumpkins
– Green vegetables
What direction to go if you experience the signs of riboflavin deficiency:
It is important to talk to doctor before taking any supplements, especially as these can restrict other medications. Supplements can interact with other medications, and B2 supplements may impact the effectiveness of some drugs, which can incur fatal consequences.
