Nutrient Database

Phosphorus

mineral

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

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Overview

Mineral and component of ATP, DNA and RNA. Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.

Interactions

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Phosphorus requires D3

Vitamin D3 stimulates phosphorus absorption in the small intestine via NaPi-IIb co-transporters. Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.

Top 5 food sources

Salmonyogurtturkeylentilspumpkin seeds
Expert consensus: Strong

Abundant in diet. Excess from processed foods may be harmful. Supplementation rarely needed.