Nutrient Information: Phosphorus, P

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Nutrient Key Information 
Nutrient Name: Phosphorus, P
Nutrient Category: Minerals
Measuring Unit: mg
Nutrient Summary: Phosphorus is a major component of bones and teeth. It involves metabolic processes to make energy for the body. It plays key roles in the maintenance of normal pH value in extracellular fluid.
Nutrient Function: • Phosphorus plays key role in bone growth and health. It helps bone formation and development.
• Temporarily store and transfer energy derived from metabolism
• Phospholipids is a component of cell membrane structure, they control the transport of nutrients into and out of the cells
• Plays key roles in regulation of gene transcription, activation of some enzymes and B vitamins
• Maintain acid and alkali pH value balance in extracellular fluid
• Dietary phosphorus supports tissue growth
• Phosphorus is part of DNA and RNA, so it is needed for the growth of all parts of the body


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Food Sources

Dairy products: the phosphorus density of cow milk is higher than most of other foods, and its phosphorus bioavailability is also quite higher.
Eggs yolk, meat, poultry, fish
Seed, beans, peas, Nuts (such as cashews): they contain phytic acid also called phytate (a form of phosphorus), which require phytase (existing in other foods such as yeasts) to be absorbed.
Whole grain, enriched, and fortified cereals and breads.
Vegetables: such as potatoes and asparagus
Soft drinks containing phosphoric acid

Note:
1) Foods rich in proteins, such as meat, poultry, fish, milk, and cheese are the best sources of phosphorus.
2) Many processed foods and soft drinks contain phosphorus additives for the purpose of moisture retention, color retention, smoothness, and binding.
3) Calcium from foods and supplements can bind to some of the phosphorus in foods and prevent its absorption. High phosphorus intake may reduce calcium absorption, as a result, impact the bone health.
4) Dietary intake of phosphorus appears to be affected more by total food intake, and less by differences in food composition. There is about 62 mg/100 kcal.

Example Foods High in: Phosphorus, P
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Food Description Nutrient Amount1 Daily Value%2
Seeds, pumpkin and squash seed kernels, roasted, without salt
Category: Nut and Seed Products
1,174 mg 93.92%
Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dry roasted, without salt
Category: Nut and Seed Products
1,155 mg 92.40%
KRAFT FREE Singles American Nonfat Pasteurized Process Cheese Product
Category: Dairy and Egg Products
923 mg 73.84%
Cheese, parmesan, low sodium
Category: Dairy and Egg Products
807 mg 64.56%
Soybeans, mature seeds, dry roasted
Category: Legumes and Legume Products
649 mg 51.92%
Nuts, cashew nuts, oil roasted, without salt added
Category: Nut and Seed Products
531 mg 42.48%
Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised
Category: Beef Products
497 mg 39.76%
Egg, yolk, raw, fresh
Category: Dairy and Egg Products
390 mg 31.20%
1 Nutrient amount is in 100 gram food
2 Use FDA 2000 calorie diet as Daily Value reference



Additional Nutrient Information
Nutrient Summary Phosphorus is a major component of bones and teeth. It involves metabolic processes to make energy for the body. It plays key roles in the maintenance of normal pH value in extracellular fluid.
Deficiency Health Effects Phosphorus deficiency is generally not a problem. If it does occur, here are some adverse effects:
• Anorexia
• Anemia
• Muscle weakness
• Bone pain, soft and deformed bones
• Higher risk of infection

Phosphorus absorption can be reduced by aluminum-containing antacids and pharmacological doses of calcium carbonate when the body phosphorus level is high.
Effects if Above Upper Limit The phosphorus absorption efficiency doesn't decrease by the serum phosphorus high level in the body. If a person has chronic kidney problem, phosphate cannot be excreted via urine efficiently. Excess phosphorus intake from any source can result in hyperphosphatemia. The potential adverse effects of high phosphorus level in the body are:

• Reduced calcium absorption capability
• Calcification of non-skeletal tissues, particularly the kidneys
• High intakes of polyphosphates found in additives may interfere with the absorption of some minerals, such as magnesium, calcium, iron, copper, and zinc.

Some concerns are raised for high phosphorus intake because of the phosphoric acid in some soft drinks and phosphate additives contained in some processed foods.
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Daily Value Age Group Recommended Daily Values Daily Value Upper Limits
Toddler 1 to 3 years old: 460 mg 3,000 mg
Child 4 to 8 years old: 500 mg 3,000 mg
Male 9 to 13 years old: 1,250 mg 4,000 mg
Male 14 to 18 years old: 1,250 mg 4,000 mg
Male 19 to 30 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Male 31 to 50 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Male 51 to 70 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Male Senior 71 or older: 700 mg 3,000 mg
Female 9 to 13 years old: 1,250 mg 4,000 mg
Female 14 to 18 years old: 1,250 mg 4,000 mg
Female 19 to 30 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Female 31 to 50 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Female 51 to 70 years old: 700 mg 4,000 mg
Female Senior 71 or older: 700 mg 3,000 mg
Female Pregnancy (>18): 700 mg 3,500 mg
Female Lactation (>18): 700 mg 4,000 mg
FDA (Based on 2000 calorie daily diet): 1,250 mg


Phosphorus, P Interactions With Other Nutrients 
Calcium, Ca
如果另一个营养素的摄入量低,高磷或高钙会减低对方的吸收率。

磷和钙在肠道中会相互结合形成不溶性复合物。 这些复合物不容易被肠道吸收,因此两种矿物质的总体吸收都会减少。

钙和磷对于骨骼健康至关重要,因此它们的平衡和吸收非常关键。理想的钙:磷重量比为 1:1 到 2:1。

此外,高磷水平会刺激甲状旁腺激素(Parathyroid Hormone PTH)的释放,从而增加从骨骼中吸取钙以维持正常的血钙水平。 常时间如此可能会削弱骨骼。

Magnesium, Mg
高磷摄入量会减低镁的吸收率

高摄入量的磷,尤其是同时高摄入量的钙,可能使磷与镁和钙结合,在肠道中形成不溶性复合物。这种不溶性化合物不容易被肠壁吸收到血液中。

高磷饮食,特别是含有磷酸盐添加剂的加工食品,会增加镁磷酸盐 magnesium-phosphate 复合物形成的可能性。 这些加工食品包括软饮料、加工的肉类、以及方便食品(例如冰冻餐)。

维生素 D 增强镁的吸收。 因此,如果一个人有足够的维生素 D 水平,磷对镁吸收的影响可能会减轻。


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Dietary Reference Intakes The nutrient Dietary Reference Intakes and nutrition facts is from Institute of Medicine of National Academies 2006. Dietary Reference Intakes: The Essential Guide to Nutrient Requirements. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/11537
US FDA Nutrition Education Nutrition facts knowledge are based on U.S. FOOD & DRUG Administration Nutrition Education Resources & Materials. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/interactivenutritionfactslabel/
National Institutes of Health Nutrition facts knowledge are based on National Institutes of Health Dietary Supplement Fact Sheets. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-all
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