Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2 is an easily absorbed colored micronutrient with a key role in maintaining health in humans and animals. Riboflavin is yellow or yellow-orange in color and in addition to being used as a food coloring, it is also used to fortify some foods. It is used in baby foods, breakfast cereals, pastas, sauces, processed cheese, fruit drinks, vitamin-enriched milk products, and some energy drinks.
Applications: Used to prevent and treat riboflavin deficiency and related conditions. It has been shown to be effective in preventing migraine headaches and in preventing cataracts.
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