| Some
experts claim that B-2 deficiency is the most prominent
nutrient deficiency in North America. Those who eat a diet
largely constructed of refined and fast foods may be at
risk. And of course, alcoholics are at higher risk of B
vitamin deficiencies. Low-income individuals may also tend
to be at higher risk due to diet.
Problems
with blood proteins may lead to deficiency. And states that
block or reduce the uptake of riboflavin into the cell can
also be responsible for a deficient state. Therefore, just
having an adequate supply of Riboflavin in your food does
not necessarily preclude deficiency.
Brewer's
yeast and organ meats are sources that are high in Riboflavin.
Lower amounts may be found in milk, eggs, green leafy vegetables
and some fruits.
As
a side note, I once had a biochemistry teacher whom offered
two pieces of advice to his students. He told us to drink
a gallon of water per day and to take some brewer's yeast
every day. As I remember it, he talked about how brewer's
yeast was excellent food for the cellular processes of the
body. That was probably due to the fact that brewer's yeast
is an excellent source of the b vitamins.
Drinking
a gallon of water per day was slightly unusual advice as
most experts and nutritionists agree that 2 liters is an
adequate intake. This biochemistry teacher was recommending
twice that amount. Remember to consult with a physician
before changing your diet, supplement or water intake.
Riboflavin
is very important in cellular metabolism, the process by
which your body produces usable energy. It is important
in forming the coenzymes that are necessary to make ATP,
which is the energy currency of the cells.
A
partial list of deficiency symptoms includes fatigue, sensitivity
to light and dermatitis. Nerve tissue damage and retarded
growth in infants and children can result from a deficiency.
More
detailed and technical information about Riboflavin can
be found at emedicine.com. If you have any doubts about
your health as it relates to Riboflavin, ask your doctor
for a proper diagnoses and treatment. Each human body is
different with different needs and contraindications, that
is why it is important to consult your physician.
This
article is for information purposes only and is not intended
to prevent, treat or diagnose any health issue. If you have
or think you might have a health condition or issue, please
contact your primary care physician for proper diagnoses
and treatment. The statements in this article have not been
evaluated by the US FDA as far as I know.
About
the Author
Dave Snape is a health, fitness and wellness enthusiast.
He maintains a website on that theme: http://tobeinformed.com
Dave also practices Falun Dafa: falundafa.org
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