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Briefly explain how Riboflavin deficiency lead to disease state.​

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Severe riboflavin deficiency can impair the metabolism of other nutrients, especially other B vitamins, through diminished levels of flavin coenzymes [3]. Anemia and cataracts can develop if riboflavin deficiency is severe and prolonged [1]. The earlier changes associated with riboflavin deficiency are easily reversed.

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