Foods High in Phosphorus- Ultimate Guide on Phosphorus Functions

in phosphorus •  6 years ago 

Today I will talk about Phosphorus Foods and its benefits. In this article, I have given detailed charts about foods high in phosphorus along with signs and symptoms that may occur because of deficiency of phosphorus. But first, let me give a brief intro about this amazing nutrient.

Phosphorus is the 2nd most abundant mineral in the body. It makes 1% of the person’s total body weight. Phosphorus is required for the functioning of the body. More than 85% of the phosphorus is found in the bones of the adult body. Others are found in muscles, organs, blood and other fluids.

Phosphorus is present in every cell of the body and it works with calcium and other nutrients in helping the body to perform its function properly. It is an essential element for the life of organisms on earth. Phosphorus is found in the form of phosphate in the environment. Phosphates are important substances in the human body because they are part of DNA materials and they take part in energy production.

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