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Riboflavin
Established research area
A water-soluble B vitamin (B2) involved in energy metabolism and helping other B vitamins work. Found in milk, eggs, almonds, and lean meats.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is a water-soluble vitamin the body uses in energy metabolism and to help other B vitamins do their work; milk, eggs, almonds, and lean meats are common sources.
- Low intake
- Low riboflavin intake is commonly discussed in relation to cracks at the corners of the mouth, a sore throat, and a swollen tongue.
- Higher intake
- Riboflavin from food and supplements has not been shown to cause harm, and no upper intake level has been set; high amounts can turn urine bright yellow.
Source: NIH ODS
Reference intakes
General reference figures for a typical adult, not a personal target.
- rdaadult_female1.1 mgDRI/NASEM
- rdaadult_male1.3 mgDRI/NASEM