Phosphorus is very important for our health and it is needed for the following functions in our body. They are:
• Phosphorous is a mineral that helps to build strong bones and teeth.
• It is necessary in the release of energy from carbohydrates, protein and fat during metabolism.
• It plays a role in the cell membranes, genetic materials and several enzymes.
• Plasma membrane requires phosphorus as a component of phospholipids.
• All the energy production and storage depend upon the adequate source of phosphorus, including adenosine triphosphate, creatine phosphate and other phosphorylated compounds.
• A number of hormones depend upon phosphorylation for their activation.
• It is also of vital importance for acid-base regulations.
The foods rich in Phosphorous include:
Almost all the plant foods, meat and fish contain phosphorus. The absorption is low from plant foods.
Processed food contains large amount of phosphorus level. Soft drinks also contain a good amount of phosphorus so it is advisable to look at the label first before drinking.
Is too much phosphorus dangerous? Too much of any mineral is not good and the problem starts from the absorption.
Phosphorous is known that the hyperactive children have more phosphorus in their bodies than the others and it is also associated to their low IQ. In Germany phosphorus free bread is available for problem children.
Do we get enough phosphorus? If we eat our three major meals there are no problems, but the problem is the too much of phosphorus in soft drinks and snacks. Today it is not at all necessary to supplement phosphorus.
The recommended daily intake of phosphorus is as follows:
AGE DAILY DAILY DAILY
INTAKE[mg] INTAKE[mg] INTAKE[mg]
for Females for Males
Infants:
0 to 12 months 120 - 500 - -
Children:
1 - 3 years 600 - -
4 to 6 years 700 - -
7 to 9 years 800 - -
10 to 12 years - 900 1000
Adolescents:
13 to 14 years - 800 900
15 to 18 years - 800 900
Adults:
Above 19 years 800 - -
Pregnant: +200 - -
Breastfeeding: +200 - -
Friday, November 27, 2009
Phosphorus and our Health
Posted by
Dr. K. Padmanaban, Ph.D.
3:42 AM
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