Phosphorus is synonymous with intelligence. Phosphorus is found in the nucleus of each cell in the human body, is found in body fluids and in solid tissue. A person weighing about 150 pounds contains approximately two pounds of phosphorus in their body. Phosphorus is the nutrient that comprises the outer bone and combines with several other elements such as iron, phosphorus, sodium, magnesium and calcium. These phosphates are essential to animal and plant life. {1}Phosphorus is necessary in the synthesis of RNA and DNA and it is important for bone and teeth construction.

Phosphorus improves bone density and nutrition of nervous system tissue. When supplied in proper quantity phosphorus enhances the reproductive organs, autonomic nervous system, ganglia, brain and other nerve networks. In conjunction with other elements it can strengthen tissue integrity, function and metabolism. The proper amounts of phosphorus ensure a balance of the acid/alkaline ration in the digestive juices, blood and the distribution of liquid throughout the tissues. {2}Plasma phosphorus functions as a buffer to maintain the delicate acid-base balance in the body.{2} It increases the number of red blood corpuscles and improves tissue nutrition.

Studies have shown that when there is strenuous mental activity there is a greater presence of phosphorus in the urine. {3}The higher intellectual capacity depends on phosphorus psychic perceptions, idealistic tendencies, humanitarianism, philanthropy, the subjective functions of the brain, physical brain sensations (especially taste and touch).{3} This leads us to the understanding that phosphorus is essential for brain activity.

There is a distinct difference between the phosphorus needed by the bones from the phosphorus needed by the brain. Phosphorus for the brain comes from meat, dairy and fish whereas phosphorus for the bones comes from fruits and vegetables. Phosphorus is vital in synthesizing lecithin and cerebrin, which are both needed by the brain. Phosphorus compounds like lecithin are found everywhere in the tissues, lymph, and other of the body as well as in the white and gray matter of brain and nerve tissue. Phosphorus stimulates hair growth and prevents the blood from becoming too acid or alkaline. It is also necessary for the synthesis of the RNA and DNA.

White blood corpuscles are comprised of approximately 90% water, nucleo-albumin and cell globulin rich proteins, which contain up to 10% phosphorus. The deficiency of phosphorus causes a lowering of metabolism and compromises health. One of the important phosphates and concern in our society today is calcium phosphate, which is essential to the body for osteosis, bone building and repair, and bone metabolism. Lack of calcium and phosphorus is indicated in osteoporosis. It should be noted that calcium and Vitamin D are essential for proper phosphorus function. Phosphorus can be depleted by the intake of aluminum, sugar, magnesium and iron, salts from cookware, mineral oil and tobacco. The most common sign of phosphorus deficiency is osteoporosis.

Phosphorus Function in the Body:
Necessary for the reproductive systems

Essential for bone and brain
Vital for muscle tissue
Necessary for growth
Stimulates sexual function
Present in the white blood cells
Essential nerve nutrient

Some Symptoms of Phosphorus Deficiency.
Please note that each person manifests different symptoms.
Neuralgia
Slow oxidation
Fatigue
Brain softening
Morbidity
Numbness
Little or no confidence
Fearfulness
Sensitivity to noise
Bone density loss
Paranoia
Agoraphobia
Digestive and Heart problems

Footnotes:
{1.} Donald Lepore, N.D., The Ultimate Healing System The Illustrated Guide to Muscle Testing & Nutrition, (Woodland Publishing, Inc., 1985) page 69.

{2.} Robert Garrison, Jr., M.A., R.Ph. & Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D., The Nutrition Desk Reference, Third Edition, (Keats Publishing, Inc., 1995), pg. 165.

{3.} Bernard Jensen, Ph.D., The Chemistry of Man, (Bernard Jensen, 1983) page 276.

Copied with permission from the Information & Reference Guide by Annette Hasalone-Eve, N.D.

Note:
Phosphorus benefits and/or deficiency symptoms are generic for the mineral. No product claims are being made or implied.

Ionic* Phosphorus (2000 ppm), ionic Magnesium (proprietary amount), Purified Water.

* "Most minerals [from food] are 8-12% absorbable, Chelated Minerals are 40% absorbable, and liquid... Minerals are 98% absorbable, being 7000 times smaller than Red blood cells, with negative-charge for absorption." - Joseph B. Marion; Anti-aging Manual. ("With a negative charge" means the minerals are ionic.)

Suggested Use for Phosphorus:
Adults: 1 teaspoon to 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) daily. May be added to fruit or vegetable juice. For use with children under the age of 14, consult a health care professional.

Important Notes Concerning Phosphorus:
The suggested daily amount of Phosphorus is an absolute minimum intended to supplement a very well balanced diet. Should your diet be less than perfect, increasing your Phosphorus intake may be beneficial.

These days even well balanced diets may not provide all the essential nutrients. In 1936 Rex Beach stated in Senate Document #264, "The alarming fact is that foods--fruits and vegetables and grains--now being raised on millions of acres of land that no longer contains enough of certain needed minerals, are starving us--no matter how much of them we eat!" Do our farm lands produce any better crops today?

Since ionic Phosphorus does not build up in the body, it never reaches toxic levels. Therefore feel free to find the amount that works best for you.

Phosphorus is best taken in the morning, as it opposes Calcium which typically is consumed in the evening.