Did you know that the fatty acids found in nuts (also a great source of phosphorus) reduce certain cancer risks for women? They do! So, grab a little bunch and eat to your good health. Just don't forget to add the calories into your daily total. site map	Phosphorus Also known as : (nothing else) USRDA : Men 1000 mg, Women 850 mg Sources: Phosphorus can be found in the following foods: cheese (1 oz low-fat cheddar or colby - 48 calories) (Cheddar Bran Muffins) chicken (white meat) (3 oz roasted chicken tenders - 246 calories) (Green Chili Chicken Breasts) eggs (1 lg hard-boiled egg - 77 calories) lentils (1 cup boiled without salt - 230 calories) (French Lentil Soup) milk (1 cup 1% low-fat - 102 calories) nuts (1 oz dry-roasted mixed nuts with salt - 166 calories) Functions: Phosphorus is necessary for: healthy body chemistry healthy bones healthy teeth metabolism muscle function nerve function Deficiencies : Phosphorus deficiency (not enough) can result in: anorexia appetite loss bone pain fatigue irregular breathing kidney dysfunction nervous disorders tooth decay weakness Overdose : Phosphorus overdose (too much) can result in: malabsorption of calcium powered by FreeFind	Sign up for our periodic newsletter to get the latest tips, tricks, hints, help, recipes, site updates, and much more.
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