The Solgar Vitamin B2 100mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 100 mg riboflavin per phytocapsule. Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, is one of the eight B vitamins, water-soluble, that the body does not store in significant amounts and needs to receive consistently from the diet. The package contains 100 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who want a clearly stated, single-ingredient dose of vitamin B2, without the other vitamins of the B complex. It is an option for those whose diet is poor in dairy products, eggs, offal, and leafy green vegetables, which are the main dietary sources of the vitamin, as well as for those who prefer to control each nutrient intake separately rather than relying on a complex multivitamin.
Riboflavin does not act directly within the cell. The body converts it into two coenzymes, FMN, that is the mononucleotide of flavin, and FAD, the flavin adenine dinucleotide. These two molecules function as electron carriers in the mitochondrial respiratory chain, where carbohydrates, fats, and proteins from food are ultimately converted into usable energy. This is why vitamin B2 is almost always discussed in the context of energy metabolism.
Its second role is less well known. FAD is essential for the function of glutathione reductase, the enzyme that reduces glutathione to its active form, thus linking riboflavin to the intrinsic antioxidant system of cells. At the same time, vitamin B2 participates in the conversion of vitamin B6 and folic acid to their active forms and in the mobilization of iron from the body's stores. Because it is water-soluble, excess is excreted in the urine, which acquires a characteristic bright yellow color.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, vitamin B2 acts as a coenzyme that enhances energy production and participates in many functions of the body. The company states that the product contributes to:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. All five correspond to approved health claims for riboflavin.
The composition has only one active ingredient, riboflavin, in an amount many times the Recommended Daily Allowance. The product therefore comfortably meets the requirement of a significant amount for the following approved health claims:
The phytocapsule shell made of hydroxypropylmethylcellulose does not contain gelatin of animal origin, while the statement without sugar, gluten, wheat, soy and dairy makes the preparation manageable for several restrictive dietary regimes.
It suits adults with limited consumption of dairy products, eggs and offal, that is, the foods that cover most of the daily riboflavin. It is also of interest to those following a vegan or strict vegetarian diet and wanting to target this one vitamin. It is an option for people with a demanding daily schedule looking for support for normal energy metabolism, as well as those who have already discussed with their doctor or pharmacist a higher intake of vitamin B2 and prefer a mono-ingredient formulation instead of a multivitamin.
The product is a dietary supplement. It does not replace a medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment and does not replace a balanced and varied diet.
Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 100 mg (7143%*).
Other ingredients: Phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners or artificial aromas. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: 1 phytocapsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the pack of 100 phytocapsules is sufficient for about 100 days of use, i.e. just over three months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are taking medication or if you have a health condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Each phytocapsule contains 100 mg riboflavin, an amount corresponding to 7143% of the Recommended Daily Allowance.
Riboflavin is water-soluble and the excess is excreted in the urine, giving it a bright yellow color. It is expected and does not indicate a problem.
Preferably with a meal. The specific time is not particularly important, as long as you maintain a consistent routine.
A B complex contains the other B vitamins in lower doses. Here there is only riboflavin, in much higher content per unit.
Yes, according to the producer's statement. The shell is of plant origin, from hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, and does not contain gelatin.
It generally combines, but if you are already taking a multivitamin or B complex, ask your pharmacist to avoid overlap.
With the recommended dosage of one phytocapsule per day, it covers about 100 days, i.e. over three months of continuous use.
No. Vitamin B2 is water-soluble and does not require fat for absorption, although taking it with a meal helps with tolerance.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
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Main ingredients: per 1 phytocapsule, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 100 mg (7143%*).
Other ingredients: Phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy products, preservatives, sweeteners or artificial aromas. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Form: phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: 1 phytocapsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day, the pack of 100 phytocapsules is sufficient for about 100 days of use, i.e. just over three months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are taking medication or if you have a health condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
