As with all of the B vitamins, it is important that you take in an adequate amount of each for any to be effective. Before beginning a supplement program, speak with your doctor to find out what your personal requirements are and what combinations of vitamins and minerals will work best for you. site map	Vitamin B-2 Also known as : riboflavin Type of vitamin : water soluble - this means that it is not stored by the body and needs to be consumed daily. USRDA : Men - 25 mg, Women - 25 mg Sources: Vitamin B-2 can be found in the following foods: eggs enriched pasta fish liver milk mushrooms nuts poultry spinach unrefined whole grains Functions: Vitamin B-2 is necessary for: metabolism of food proper absorption of Vitamins B-6 and B-3 (niacin) release of energy to cells Deficiencies : Vitamin B-2 deficiency (not enough) can result in: cracks around the mouth sores around the mouth sores around the nose vision problems improper thyroid function Overdose : Vitamin B-2 overdose (too much) can result in: deficiency of other B vitamins powered by FreeFind	Sign up for our periodic newsletter to get the latest tips, tricks, hints, help, recipes, site updates, and much more.
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