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April 13

Vitamin B2

Vitamin B2, or riboflavin can be found in grains, plants, and dairy products. It is crucial for breaking down food components, absorbing other nutrients, and maintaining tissues. Vitamin B2 is a water-soluble vitamin, so it dissolves in water.Vitamin B2 helps break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. It plays a vital role in maintaining the body’s energy supply. Along with vitamin A, vitamin B is essential for: *Maintaining the mucous membranes in the digestive system *Maintaining a healthy liver *Converting tryptophan into niacin, an amino acid *Keeping the eyes, nerves, muscles and skin healthy *Absorbing and activating iron, folic acid, and vitamins B1, B3 and B6 *Hormone production by the adrenal glands FOOD SOURCES *Fish, meat, and poultry, such as turkey, chicken, beef, kidneys, and liver *Eggs *Dairy products *Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spinach, dandelion greens, and watercress *Whole-grain breads, enriched breads, and wheat bran