Tag: Flavins

The critical methylation step in the synthesis of thymine, a fundamental component of DNA, is made possible by specific coenzymes. The primary coenzymes of thymine synthesis are derivatives of folate and flavin, which are crucial for this essential metabolic pathway.

According to the National Institutes of Health, over 90% of dietary riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is naturally present in foods in the form of the coenzymes flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). This essential water-soluble nutrient, which is a precursor to vital coenzymes, is crucial for energy production and cellular function.