Riboflavin by Nick McMahon https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin Micronutrients en-us 2019-04-04 00:46:55 UTC 2023-03-02 12:05:27 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348365747 A combination of criteria is used to estimate the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for riboflavin, including the erythrocyte glutathione reductase activity coefficient and urinary riboflavin excretion. The RDA for riboflavin for adults is 1.3 mg/day for men and 1.1 mg/day for women.]]> 2019-04-04 04:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348365747 https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348365806 Riboflavin is found in;
  • Eggs, organ meats (such as kidneys and liver), lean meats, and low-fat milk
  • Green vegetables (such as asparagus, broccoli, and spinach)
  • Fortified cereals, bread, and grain products
]]> 2019-04-04 04:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348365806 Riboflavin (vitamin B2) works with the other B vitamins. It is important for body growth and red blood cell production. https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366117 2019-04-04 04:38:58 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366117 It also helps in the metabolism of proteins and fats; as well as having a primary role in energy production https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366580 2019-04-04 04:42:18 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366580 https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366845 Absorption of riboflavin in the body occurs in the small intestine via a specialised carrier system in which is it converted to its free form for absorption into the blood. Transportation of riboflavin within the body is as free riboflavin The bioavailability of riboflavin is approximately 95% of that consumed, with lesser levels being absorbed in the intestines.]]> 2019-04-04 04:44:20 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348366845 https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348367106 2019-04-04 04:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348367106 https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348367613  ]]> 2019-04-04 04:50:18 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348367613 https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348368081 The signs and symptoms of riboflavin deficiency include skin disorders, hyperemia (excess blood), angular stomatitis, swollen or cracked lips, hair loss, reproductive problems, sore throat, itchy and red eyes, and degeneration of the liver and nervous system. People with riboflavin deficiency typically have deficiencies of other nutrients, so some of these signs and symptoms might reflect these other deficiencies. Severe riboflavin deficiency can impair the metabolism of other nutrients, especially other B vitamins, through diminished levels of flavin coenzymes. Anemia and cataracts can develop if riboflavin deficiency is severe and prolonged.]]> 2019-04-04 04:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/NickMcMahon/Riboflavin/wish/348368081