Riboflavin
From IKE
Riboflavin (aka B2) is a coenzyme in redox reactions, present as FMN (flavin mononucleotide) or FAD (flavin adenine dinucleotide). It carries two hydrogen atoms in these reactions.
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Functions
Riboflavins function as hydrogen carriers in the mitochondrial electron transport system, which makes it pretty damn important in energy metabolism.
Dietary Sources
Riboflavin is found in meat, dairy products, leafy vegetables, whole grains, or flour fortified with Riboflavin.
Deficiency
Deficiency is very uncommon, but when present results in cheilosis, glottitis, and scaly dermatitis.
