Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, was once called “yellow enzyme” it has a distinctive yellow-green fluorescence. In fact, its name comes from its color (flavin means yellow in Latin). Riboflavin contains 3 linked 6-membered rings, with a sugar alcohol attached to the middle ring.
RIBOFLAVIN IN FOODS
Almost one quarter of the riboflavin in out diets comes from milk products. The rest typically is supplied by enriched white bread, rolls, and crackers, as well as eggs and meat, depending on regulations.
Foods rich in riboflavin are liver, mushrooms, spinach …
