The role of vitamin B2

Jul 09, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have some anemia myself, and my doctor recommended taking vitamin B2 daily. I'd like to ask, what is the function of vitamin B2?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The functions of vitamin B2 mainly include the following: 1. Promoting growth and development: Vitamin B2 is an essential substance for cell growth. It promotes the normal growth of skin, hair, and nails and helps maintain their health. 2. Participating in metabolism: As a coenzyme, vitamin B2 is involved in biological oxidation, energy metabolism, and the metabolic processes of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, helping the body derive energy from food. 3. Maintaining skin and mucous membrane health: Vitamin B2 helps preserve the integrity of skin and mucous membranes and can prevent and treat diseases caused by vitamin B2 deficiency, such as angular cheilitis, chapped lips, glossitis, balanitis, conjunctivitis, and seborrheic dermatitis. 4. Protecting vision: Vitamin B2 helps maintain retinal function and offers certain protective benefits for vision. 5. Enhancing immunity: By participating in the body's antioxidant defense system and promoting the absorption and utilization of other nutrients, vitamin B2 helps strengthen the body's immune system.