Nutrient Information: Phosphorus, P

Nutrient Key Information
Nutrient Name:	Phosphorus, P
Nutrient Category:	Minerals
Unit Name:	mg
Nutrient Summary:	Phosphorus is a major component of bones and teeth. Its main function is to maintain a normal pH value in the body. It involves metabolic processes to make energy for the body.

Sample Foods High in: Phosphorus, P - All Food Categories - Dairy and Egg Products Vegetables and Vegetable Products Fruits and Fruit Juices Cereal Grains and Pasta Nut and Seed Products Legumes and Legume Products Spices and Herbs Breakfast Cereals Beverages Poultry Products Beef Products Pork Products Finfish and Shellfish Products Lamb, Veal, and Game Products Sausages and Luncheon Meats Fats and Oils Baked Products Sweets Snacks Soups, Sauces, and Gravies Fast Foods Restaurant Foods American Indian/Alaska Native Foods Additional Top Food Sources
	Food Description	Nutrient Amount1	Daily Value%2
	Seeds, pumpkin and squash seed kernels, roasted, without salt Category: Nut and Seed Products Similar foods: roasted pumpkin seed	1,174 mg	167.71%
	KRAFT FREE Singles American Nonfat Pasteurized Process Cheese Product Category: Dairy and Egg Products Similar foods: American cheese	923 mg	131.86%
	Cheese, parmesan, low sodium Category: Dairy and Egg Products Similar foods: parmesan cheese	807 mg	115.29%
	Soybeans, mature seeds, dry roasted Category: Legumes and Legume Products Similar foods: roasted soybean	649 mg	92.71%
	Nuts, cashew nuts, oil roasted, without salt added Category: Nut and Seed Products Similar foods: roasted cashew nut	531 mg	75.86%
	Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised Category: Beef Products Similar foods: beef liver	497 mg	71.00%

Nutrient Detail Information
Nutrient Summary	Phosphorus is a major component of bones and teeth. Its main function is to maintain a normal pH value in the body. It involves metabolic processes to make energy for the body.
Nutrient Function	• Bone formation • Acid and alkali pH value balance • Temporarily store and transfer energy derived from metabolism • Dietary phosphorus supports tissue growth • Phospholipids is a component of cell membrane structure and a key body energy source • Plays key roles in regulation of gene transcription, activation of enzymes
Food Sources Top 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. • Whole grain, enriched, and fortified cereals and breads. • Beans, peas, Nuts (such as cashews), seeds: they contain phytic acid also called phytate (a form of phosphorus), which require phytase (existing in other foods such as yeasts) to be absorbed. • Meat, poultry, fish, eggs • Vegetables: such as potatoes and asparagus • Soft drinks containing phosphoric acid Note: 1) many processed foods contain phosphorus additives for the purpose of moisture retention, color retention, smoothness, and binding. 2) 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. 3) Calcium from foods and supplements can bind to some of the phosphorus in foods and prevent its absorption.
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 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.
External References	Learn more at: • The National Academies of Science, Engineering, Medicine publication: Dietary Reference Intakes • NIH (National Institutes of Health) Article: Phosphorus

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

	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
	Nutrition facts knowledge are based on U.S. FOOD & DRUG Administration Nutrition Education Resources & Materials. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/interactivenutritionfactslabel/
	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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