Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is one of the water-soluble B-complex vitamins and helps perform numerous functions in the human body.

The vitamin contributes to
- normal energy-yielding metabolism
- the protection of cell constituents from oxidative stress
- the maintenance of normal vision
- the maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes
- the maintenance of normal red blood cells
- the maintenance of the normal function of the nervous system
- and can contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

The following groups of people may have higher vitamin B2 requirements:
Adolescents, pregnant and breastfeeding women and elderly people.

Sources: Milk and dairy products, vegetables, beef and liver.