Also called vitamin B2, this water-soluble member of the B-complex family of vitamins plays a crucial role in converting protein, fats, and carbohydrates into the energy that the body demands to grow and develop properly. For an excellent multivitamin with riboflavin and other B vitamins, see MultiVit-Rx. If you have an interest in mental enhancement, consider Mind-Power-Rx.
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is a yellow-colored nutrient involved in dozens of metabolic pathways leading to energy production and the making of fatty acids and sterols. Good sources are lean meats, eggs, milk, some vegetables and enriched cereals. The recommended daily intake of riboflavin iis about 1.5 mg. You may notice your urine turning a deeper yellow color after taking riboflavin.
Riboflavin is part of two larger activated coenzymes known as flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) and flavin mononucleotide (FMN). FMN is now available as a supplement. One product contains 25 mg of FMN per pill. Human studies giving FAD or FMN in order to evaluate cognitive functioning have not yet been published.