Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin B2 (various)
For the body system: Mucus Membranes
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, has scientific support for its role in maintaining healthy mucus membranes. Riboflavin is an essential water-soluble vitamin that acts as a precursor to the coenzymes FMN and FAD, which are critical for various cellular processes, including energy production and the metabolism of fats, drugs, and steroids. Clinically, riboflavin deficiency is well documented to cause symptoms such as cheilosis (cracking at the corners of the mouth), glossitis (inflammation of the tongue), and seborrheic dermatitis, all of which involve the mucus membranes and skin. These symptoms highlight the vitamin’s importance in maintaining the integrity and function of epithelial tissues, including those of the oral cavity and other mucus membranes. Supplementation with riboflavin is effective in reversing these deficiency symptoms. Several authoritative sources, including the World Health Organization and the National Institutes of Health, note that Vitamin B2 is essential for the maintenance of normal mucous membranes. However, while riboflavin is vital for preventing deficiency-related mucosal symptoms, there is limited evidence to suggest benefit for those with adequate intake. Thus, its use is primarily justified for deficiency prevention and correction rather than for enhancement of mucosal health in well-nourished individuals.
Other ingredients that support Mucus Membranes
akkermansia muciniphilaaloe vera
barley
basil
bayberry
beta-carotene
bilberry
bisabolol
blackberry
broccoli
ceramides
chamomile
citrus bioflavonoids
clove
coating
colostrum
Coptis chinensis
dandelion
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
glehnia root
glycerin
goldenseal
onion
horseradish
hypromellose
l-cysteine
l-threonine
lactobacillus crispatus
lactobacillus jensenii
lactobacillus salivarius
lactoferrin
lactoperoxidase
lemon
licorice root
marshmallow
methylmethionine sulfonium chloride (vitamin U)
mint
mixed carotenoids
mucin
n-acetyl-glucosamine
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
nettle
niacin (vitamin B3)
okra
olive
omega-7 fatty acids
ophiopogon root
oregon grape
pear
perilla
plantain
platycodon root
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
raspberry
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rose oil
sage
slippery elm bark
sorbitol
thyme
vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin E
water
xylitol
zhejiang fritillary
zinc
yellow root
boneset
mullein
chickweed
cardamom
lobelia
capsicum
mugwort
malabar nut
hedychium spicatum
tylophora
yarrow
moss
fritillaria
myrrh
yerba santa
elecampane
coltsfoot
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
stillingia
white oak
horehound
herbal blend (proprietary)
cayenne pepper
Agastache
acacia
Agrimony
Allicin
Alchornea
Asarum heterotropoides
Arrowroot
Acemannan
Adenophora
Asarabacca
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Baikal Skullcap
Bryonia
Bai Ji
Bidens pilosa
Balsam
Boswellic Acid
Bistort
Baccharis dracunculifolia
Barleria
Bougainvillea
Bael
Benzoin
Boswellia
Bethroot
Bletilla
Bioflavonoids
Butterbur
Bee products
Borage
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Bird's nest
Calendula
Colloidal Silver
Cod Liver Oil
Carvacrol
Citrus
Cineole
Cornflower
Cajuput
Cantaloupe
Catechu
Centipeda
Cistus
Cubeb
Cowslip
Cranesbill
Carotene (unspecified)
Chekiang Fritillary
Collinsonia
Chondrus
Devil's Club
European Elder
English Horsemint
English Elm
Echinacea
Elder
European Field Elm
Eucheuma
Elephant's Head
European-Five Finger Grass
Ellagitannin
Flavonones
Goldthread
Glycosaminoglycans
Mallow
Mimosa
Rose
Other body systems supported by Vitamin B2 (various)
BloodBrain
Digestive System
Eyes
Glandular System
Immune System
Liver
Mitochondria
Mucus Membranes
Nerves
Skin