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Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a major mineral, as important as Calcium. It is an essential mineral, required by every cell in the body for normal function. It is extremely important for the operation of the Sodium-Potassium pump, which regulates the amounts of Sodium and Potassium excreted and retained in the body.
Phosphorus Health Benefits
It helps the body to build strong bones.
It helps in body growth and body repair.
It reduces the pain of arthritis.
It helps maintain the heart regularity and nerve impulse.
It helps in cancer prevention.
It keeps the teeth strong and the gum healthy.
It protects cell membranes and keeps them strong.
It provides energy, helping the preparation of glucose.
It helps to metabolize the fats and starches.
Phosphorus and Menopause
Bone loss is a major menopause symptom. Bone loss leads to Osteoporosis, or "thinning of the bones", which develops slowly over many years. Phosphorus helps in building bone tissue.
Weight Gain at menopause can be slowed down by increasing Phosphorus intake, because it helps to metabolize fats.
Phosphorus helps regenerate skin cells, so it is beneficial at menopause when the skin gets dry and we develop wrinkles.
Phosphorus can be used in treating joint pain, which is another menopause symptom.
Interesting Facts (Wikipedia, 2004)
It is the second most abundant mineral in the body.
85% of the body's Phosphorus is found in bones, the rest of 15% is found in blood, in the fluid around the cells and in various organs like heart, kidneys, brain, muscles.
Phosphorus deficiency is very rare. The main symptoms are fatigue, anorexia, anemia, muscle weakness, bone and joint pain. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) for adults is 800 - 1200 mg. Phosphorus is best taken as a part of multivitamin and mineral supplement.
Don't forget! Like vitamins, excess minerals can produce toxic effects. The toxic ranges do not apply to each individual. Dosage must be prescribed individually, because some people may be able to absorb more than others. Ask your doctor before taking any supplements.
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