Water soluble vitamins - riboflavin (B2) Flashcards Preview

Nutrition Exam 3 > Water soluble vitamins - riboflavin (B2) > Flashcards

Flashcards in Water soluble vitamins - riboflavin (B2) Deck (4)
Loading flashcards...
1
Q

what are functions of riboflavin

A

FAD and FMN coenenzymes

  • redox reactions
  • ETS for DEHYDROGENASES, beta oxidation, krebs
  • synthesis of niacin, folate, B6
  • conversion of retinal to retinoic acid
2
Q

which step in betaoxidation uses riboflavin

A

1st step

3
Q

what are signs of Ariboflavinosis

A

cheilosis, angular stomatitis, glossitis and magenta tongue, photophobia, corneal vascularization, seborrheic dermatitis, anemia, peripheral neuropathy

4
Q

What are dietary sources of riboflavin

A

cow milk, enriched grains, almonds, soybeans, eggs, meats