Vitamin R
Vitamin R
Vitamin R (pronounced: /ˈvaɪtəmɪn ɑːr/) is a colloquial term that does not refer to a recognized vitamin in scientific literature. The term has been used in various contexts to refer to different substances, including Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) and a hypothetical nutrient associated with well-being and mental health.
Etymology
The term "Vitamin R" is not officially recognized in the field of nutrition or biochemistry. It is a colloquial term and its usage varies depending on context. The "R" in Vitamin R does not have a universally accepted meaning.
Usage
In some contexts, Vitamin R refers to Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2. Riboflavin is an essential nutrient that plays a key role in energy metabolism and the maintenance of cellular function.
In other contexts, Vitamin R is used to refer to a hypothetical nutrient associated with well-being and mental health. This usage is not supported by scientific evidence and is considered pseudoscientific.
Related Terms
- Vitamin: An organic molecule that is an essential micronutrient which an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism.
- Riboflavin: Also known as Vitamin B2, it is a vitamin found in food and used as a dietary supplement.
- Well-being: A state characterized by health, happiness, and prosperity.
- Mental health: A level of psychological well-being, or an absence of mental illness.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vitamin R
- Wikipedia's article - Vitamin R
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