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Riboflavin (B2)

Also called: Vitamin B2, riboflavin-5'-phosphate, R5P

Helps cells make energy and recycle other B vitamins and antioxidants. Some studies support it for reducing how often migraines happen.

Commonly used for

  • Migraine prevention (some studies)
  • Energy metabolism
  • Supporting B6 and folate activation

Found naturally in

  • Milk and yogurt
  • Eggs
  • Almonds
  • Mushrooms
  • Organ meats

Label red flags

  • Migraine blends that add herbs such as feverfew or butterbur. Check each ingredient, especially in pregnancy.
  • Bright yellow urine after taking it. This is expected and harmless.

Check with a provider

  • New, worsening, or changing headaches. Get these checked before treating them on your own.
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding. The amount in a prenatal is fine. Ask before adding more.

Supplements that contain it

Parts of the body it affects

Explore what each area does and the conditions that can affect it.

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