riboflavin

ri·bo·fla·vin | \ ˌrī-bə-ˈflā-vən

, ˈrī-bə-ˌflā- \

Definition of riboflavin

: a yellow crystalline compound C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆ of the vitamin B complex that occurs both free (as in milk) and combined (as in liver) as a component of coenzymes (such as FMN) which are essential to normal metabolism

— called also vitamin B₂

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Recent Examples on the Web The B vitamins in whole grains, including thiamine, niacin and riboflavin, are crucial metabolism aids. — Jenna Birch, Washington Post, "A primer on whole grains: What they are, why they’re important and how to find them," 19 Aug. 2019 Mushrooms are rich in B vitamins: riboflavin [B2], folate [B9], thiamine [B1], pantothenic acid [B5], and niacin [B3]. — Lisa Mulcahy, Good Housekeeping, "6 Surprising Mushroom Health Benefits for Your Skin, Brain, and Bones," 3 June 2019 In general, though, much of the grain’s fiber and key vitamins and minerals, like iron and the B vitamins niacin, riboflavin, and thiamin, per the FDA, and sometimes some protein, are removed during processing. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "What Exactly Are Refined Carbs?," 18 May 2019 Manufacturers may also add vitamin B12, calcium, and riboflavin to oat milks to provide some nutrients found naturally in cow’s milk. — Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, "Is Oat Milk Healthy? Here's What You Need to Know, According to a Nutritionist," 11 Apr. 2019 Doctors aren’t 100 percent sure why riboflavin (which is an essential dietary nutrient) may help, but mitochondrial dysfunction may have something to do with it. — Korin Miller, SELF, "Neurologists Share Exactly How They Deal With Their Migraines," 1 Aug. 2018 Maple’s advocates also tout it as a source of minerals such as manganese and riboflavin. — Jason Wilson, charlotteobserver, "Vermont’s maple syrup business is booming, thanks to technology and changing tastes," 4 May 2018 Maple’s advocates also tout it as a source of minerals such as manganese and riboflavin. — Jason Wilson, charlotteobserver, "Vermont’s maple syrup business is booming, thanks to technology and changing tastes," 4 May 2018 Maple’s advocates also tout it as a source of minerals such as manganese and riboflavin. — Jason Wilson, charlotteobserver, "Vermont’s maple syrup business is booming, thanks to technology and changing tastes," 4 May 2018

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riboflavin

noun

English Language Learners Definition of riboflavin

technical : a natural substance (called a vitamin) that is found in certain foods (such as milk, eggs, and leafy vegetables) and that helps your body to be healthy

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riboflavin

noun

ri·bo·fla·vin | \ ˌrī-bə-ˈflā-vən, ˈrī-bə-ˌ

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variants: also riboflavine \ -ˌvēn

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Medical Definition of riboflavin

: a yellow crystalline compound C₁₇H₂₀N₄O₆ that is a growth-promoting member of the vitamin B complex and occurs both free (as in milk) and combined (as in liver)

— called also lactoflavin, ovoflavin, vitamin B₂