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Vitamin B2, Hair loss, Dairy, Deficiency

You may have a deficiency in Vitamin B2

What is Vitamin B2?

Vitamin B2, or Riboflavin, is necessary for healthy skin and eyes. It is vital for converting proteins, fats and carbohydrates into energy. Vitamin B2 is also necessary for red blood cell formation, antibody production, and growth. It is important in the prevention and treatment of cataracts. B2 also facilitates the use of oxygen by the tissues of the skin, nails and hair.

Are there other Body Language symptoms?

Yes, symptoms of vitamin B2 deficiency include sensitivity or inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth; cracks or sores at the corners of the mouth, called cheilosis; a red, sore tongue; eye redness or sensitivity to light, burning eyes, eye fatigue, or a dry, sandy feeling of the eyes; fatigue and/or dizziness; dermatitis with a dry yet greasy or oily scaling; nervous tissue damage; and retarded growth in infants and children.

Cataracts may occur more frequently with B2 deficiency.

Hair loss, weight loss, general lack of vitality, and digestive problems are also possible with depletion or deficiency states of vitamin B2; these problems may begin when daily intake is 0.6mg or less.

Where can I get Vitamin B2?

Insufficient levels of B2 are provided by diets that do not include riboflavin-rich foods; special diets for weight loss, ulcers, or treatment of diabetes; or the diets of people who read more