Minerals - Phosphorus - Optimal Absorption

Vitamin D aids in the absorption of phosphorus.

Maintaining a proper balance of key minerals with phosphorus will promote overall absorption. The proper ratio of calcium to magnesium to phosphorus is 2 : 1 : 1. If any of these minerals is in excess or in inadequate amounts, it may cause adverse effects on the body.

The following is a list of United States 1997-1998 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI): Adequate Intakes (AI) for nutritional phosphorous intake and are included as a guideline only. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with phosphorous.

0 - 5 months,  100mg

6 - 11 months,  275mg

Children

1 - 3,  460mg

4 - 8,  500mg

Males

9 - 13,  1,250mg

14 - 18,  1,250mg

19 - 30,  700mg

31 - 50,  700mg

51 - 70,  700mg

> 70,  700mg

Females

9 - 13,  1,250mg

14 - 18,  1,250mg

19 - 30,  700mg

31 - 50,  700mg

51 - 70,  700mg

> 70,  700mg

Pregnancy

Use the value listed for women of comparable age.

Lactation

Use the value listed for women of comparable age.