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Phosphorus

Good to know:	The second most abundant mineral in the body, after calcium.
Recommendations:	Ages 9-18, 1250 milligrams/day Ages 19-70, 700 milligrams/day
Benefits:	Works with calcium to form bones and teeth, helps create energy in the body, is part of cell membranes. Phosphorus is present in DNA and RNA, the body's genetic material.
Food sources:	Most prevalent in protein-rich foods, such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs and milk.
Day's supply in:	1 chicken breast (392 mg) PLUS 1 cup skim milk (247 mg) PLUS 1 egg (89 mg)
Watch out:	Too much phosphorus can deplete calcium in the blood. Avoid excess consumption of soft drinks, which contain phosphorus.

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