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Phosphorus is an acidic, non-metallic essential Macromineral - after Calcium, Phosphorus is the most abundant Mineral in the human body.

Health Benefits:

  • may help normalise heartbeat and thereby prevent Arrhythmias 
  • Phosphorus deficiency may impair the ability of the Heart to contract and increased levels of Phosphorus may improve Heart function
  • may enhance the growth and repair of cells
  • may improve Kidney function
  • Anorexia Nervosa may occur as a result of Phosphorus deficiency
  • may improve Athletic Performance
  • may increase the body's Basal Metabolic Rate
  • may be involved in the production of Energy
  • may inhibit the excessive production of Lactic Acid in people who Exercise and may increase maximal Exercise capacity
  • may facilitate weight loss in persons afflicted with Obesity
  • may be involved with Bone growth
  • Fibromyalgia patients are often found to have low Phosphorus levels
  • may accelerate the healing of Fractures
  • may alleviate Joint pain or stiffness
  • may improve muscle function
  • Osteoarthritis may occur as a result of Phosphorus deficiency
  • may be a useful adjunct for the treatment of Osteoporosis
  • may improve concentration
  • may alleviate confusion
  • involved in the generation of Nerve Impulses by Neurons
  • may reduce the toxic effects of stress
  • may alleviate some ailments of the gums
  • Periodontal Disease may occur as a result of Phosphorus deficiency
  • may be involved in the growth of the teeth
  • may increase the ability of the blood to transport oxygen to the muscles and increases maximal oxygen uptake
  • may facilitate the transportation of Fatty Acids through the body
  • may increase the ability of the Blood to transport Oxygen to the Muscles and increases maximal Oxygen uptake
  • an essential cofactor for the conversion of L-Dopa to Dopamine
  • may enhance the metabolism and synthesis of endogenous Proteins
  • may facilitate the conversion of Vitamin B2 to its active endogenous coenzyme form
  • may facilitate the conversion of Vitamin B3 to its active endogenous coenzyme form

Exercise may improve the body's absorption of Phosphorus.

Phosphorus is available as a singular health supplement or as an ingredient in some health and nutrition supplements.

Phosphorus is an ingredient in the following health and nutrition supplements: Ultima 1 Nutritional Weight Loss Shake.