I've heard that i should avoid foods that contains
phosphorus, is that true
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| Phosphorus food |
This is one of those nutritional, balancing acts where a
little's good and a lot's bad. The good: Phosphorus is an en essential nutrient
that assists with metabolism in every cell. It's found naturally in a range of
foods, like milk, nuts, and whole grains, the bad: high blood levels of
phosphorus may promote calcification in your arteries, according to research
from the University of minnesota, Excess phosphorus can also be hard on your
kidneys, says Janeen Leon M.s., R.D., a dietitian at MetroHealth Medical Center
in Cleveland. She says it's easy to shoot past the recommended 700 milligrams a
day "if you eat foods with phosphate used as an additive, such as
processed meats, cheese, and fast food". IF you see phosphorus listed on
the nutrition facts panel but not as an added ingredient, there's no problem.
But pass if you see any "phosphates" on the ingredient list
