What is Phosphorus?

Phosphorus is very important to help make your bones really solid. In fact, about 80% of phosphorus is located in the skeletal system of the body. 

Phosphorus is involved in:

1. Blood 

2. DNA 

3. Muscle energy 

4. pH

5. Cellular membrane 

Symptoms of low phosphorus:

• Fatigue 

• Tartar

• Stones

• Brittle bones 

Potential causes of low phosphorus:

• Diabetes

• Alcohol 

• Antacids 

• Crohn’s disease 

Symptoms of high phosphorus:

• Cavities

• Bone loss

• High blood pressure

Phosphorus sources:

• Fish 

• Pumpkin seeds 

• Nuts

• Crimini mushrooms