Vitamin B2, also called riboflavin, is one of eight water-soluble B vitamins. Since these vitamins are soluble in water they are dispersed throughout the body dissolved in fluid. They are not stored in the body to any appreciable extent and must be replenished every day. Their influence on the body lasts for 14-18 hours after ingestion after which their potency decreases. An excessive intake of water-soluble vitamins is typically passed out through the urine. If the diet contains less than 50% RDA of water-soluble vitamins, symptoms from deficiencies may be displayed in as little as 4 weeks; much quicker than for fat-soluble vitamins. (more…)
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Vitamin B2
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012Diet Supplements
Friday, January 13th, 2012
Diet supplements are pills or powders including vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements. They are taken for a variety of reasons, often as a supplement to the nutrients and minerals that we obtain from food. They can help to improve immunity against disease, improve vision or change body shape.
Vitamin E
Sunday, January 8th, 2012
Vitamin E is present in many foods, especially certain fats and oils. Vitamin E is also useful in preventing blood clots from forming. It promotes fertility and it reduces and prevents hot flushes in menopause. Vitamin E is also used as a skin treatment to help the skin look younger, promoting healing and cutting down the risk of scar tissue forming. Used on the skin it is also reported to help with eczema, skin ulcers, cold sores and shingles. Vitamin E is also essential for red blood cells and helps with cellular respiration and can increase stamina and endurance. (more…)
