PHOSPHORUS

The Body Energiser

Phosphorus is a mineral colleague of calcium within the body. Calcium by itself cannot be responsible for good teeth and bones or nourish the brain and nerves. A proper balance of phosphorus must be present in the bloodstream for the effective performance of these tasks. Phosphorus is essential for the proper utilisation of not only calcium but also other minerals like iron, magnesium, potassium, and sodium.

Phosphorus is soft, non-metallic element found in the body only in combination with other substances. As a result, it is neither luminous nor inflammable. 

Functions in the Body

Phosphorus is indispensable for all active tissues. In combination with calcium, it feeds the nerves. It aids the growth of hair and helps counteract fatigue. This mineral is important for the regular functioning of heart and for normal kidney functioning.

Phosphorus is essential in the chemical processes involved in the utilisation of carbohydrates and fats. It liberates their energy at the rate demanded by the body. It also helps in regulating the acid-alkaline balance of the blood, which is vital for the maintenance of health and prevention of disease.

Sources

The most import food sources of phosphorus are wholegrain cereals, milk, and fish. Vegetables such as carrots, and leafy vegetables; fruits like black currants, raspberries, raisins, and apricots are fairly good sources. Other sources of this mineral are soya beans, lentils, and other pulses and legumes.

Deficiency Symptoms

Phosphorus deficiency may cause loss of weight, retarded growth, reduced sexual powers, and general weakness. It may result in poor mineralisation of the bones, and a deficient nerve and brain function. Conditions associated with calcium deficiency may also occur due to phosphorus deficiency. Deficiencies of phosphorus are however rare, as it is one of the elements available in large quantities in most diets.

Healing and Therapeutic Properties

While taking calcium therapeutic doses to make up for calcium deficiency conditions or for treating certain ailments, it is advisable to take that calcium supplement in which phosphorus has been added in the correct proportions.

Precautions :

There are no known toxic effects of phosphorus.