Foods high in Vitamin B2 |
|
|
Category Sitemaps |
Vitamin B2 Rich Foods List
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) is another energy substance which also helps to produce and repair our body tissue.
Riboflavin, a yellow-coloured vitamin, is essential for the conversion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates into energy. It assists in the production and repair of body tissues, the efficient use of oxygen by the cells, and also in the important maintenance of healthy mucous membranes.
The RNI* for Riboflavin B2 for an average adult (not including pregnant or lactating women) is up to 1.3mg per day. Consult your doctor before increasing intake of any nutrient or changing your diet in any way!
A List of Rich Sources of Vitamin B2
** - Only eaten in very small portions! "Never leave bottled milk on your doorstep in the sun for even a brief period as it will begin to lose its Riboflavin content"
What if you're not getting vitamin B2 from rich foods?deficiencies usually arise because of poor eating habits (either from eating the wrong foods or from cooking techniques), or from poor absorption because of stomach or intestinal complaints. Sore or ulcerated mouths and lips, inflamed eyes, scaling skin, particularly on and around the face, and hair loss are the most common symptoms of a lack of Riboflavin. Who Needs Vitamin B2?pregnant and breast-feeding women, and also women on the pill, should increase their consumption of riboflavin in food or as supplements. The vitamin is also particularly needed by vegetarians, or people who are on a long course of antibiotics. RNI* = REFERENCE NUTRIENT INTAKE - a UK dietary reference value! It means an amount of a nutrient that is enough for almost every individual, even someone who has high needs for the nutrient. This level of intake is, therefore, considerably higher than most people need. If individuals are consuming the RNI of a nutrient, they are most unlikely to be deficient in that nutrient. For more information on UK dietary reference values follow the next link: http://www.nutrition.org.uk/upload/DRVs.pdf
|
|
|
Food Sources Very High in Vitamin B2 Foods Sources High in Vitamin B6 A List of High Magnesium Sources Natural Versus Processed Foods in the Diet
Calculate energy expenditure for exercise
All tools and information on this site are intended as an aid to help healthy adults lose weight and not intended as medical advice. The information presented here is not for pregnant or breast-feeding women or for any person under the age of 18. If you suffer or think you may suffer from any medical condition you should consult your doctor before starting any weight loss exercise regime. Any weight loss exercise programs or diet should be started slowly and we advise you to always consult your doctor or physician beforehand. |
|
Copyright © 2003-2008. www. weightlossforall.com. All rights reserved. | Terms | Disclaimer | Resources | Home | |