In the body there are about 860 grams of phosphorus-80% in the bones.
Functions. Part of bones and teeth and is involved in nerve and muscle activity. When associated with certain lipids, giving rise to the phospholipids (structural components of cell membranes). Also plays a role in the storage and use of energy.
Dietary sources. Meat, fish, eggs and dairy products, cola drinks, dried fruit and nuts, whole grains and legumes. (more…)
Minerals are essential for the proper functioning of the human body, where they represent about 4% of their body weight and are distributed in similar proportions in all tissues.
All of them are essential, ie, the body can not produce any by itself and needs to buy food that make up the daily diet to avoid deficiencies. Some of them are needed in large amounts (macro-) and others in smaller quantities (trace minerals). (more…)
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