Phosphorus 🌨️

• What are the functions of phosphorus

  Strong bones and teeth, energy release, makes cell membranes especially in the brain
• Phosphorus

  
  

  • We get phosphorus from foods that contain lots of protein, like dairy products, beef and salmon.
  • We need phosphorus to develop strong teeth and bones and for making cell membranes (particularly in the brain).
• Excess and too little phosphorus

  
  

  • Excess phosphorus can make calcium absorption more difficult.
  • Symptoms of having too little phosphorus include painful bones and weakened muscles.
• Excess phosphorus can make calcium absorption more difficult.