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[0] Phosphorus [1] Phosphorus helps form healthy bones and teeth. It also helps the body make energy. It is part of every cell membrane, and every cell in the body needs phosphorus to function normally. [3] The one exception to rare toxicity in regards to phosphorus would be babies drinking a high phosphorus- containing infant formula. Most commercially available infant formulas do not have excessive phosphorus content, which would be a toxicity risk. [4] Although we absorb about 70 to 80 percent of phosphorus from food, other components from our diet can interfere with the absorption process. Phytates often found in grains, magnesium, iron and other minerals compete for the same absorption site as phosphorus and can hinder the process. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/454517-calcium-phosphorus-absorption/#ixzz2EoK5W7Yx [5] (a) inhibition of phosphorus absorption by binders involves a complex interplay between chemical reactions and ion transport processes in the stomach and small intestine; (b) theoretical and in vitro studies can identify potentially better in vivo phosphorus binders; and (c) calcium acetate, not previously used for medical purposes, is approximately as efficient as aluminum carbonate gel and more efficient as a phosphorus binder than other currently used calcium salts. Reduction of Dietary Phosphorus Absorption by Phosphorus Binders [6] Phosphorus is found in most foods, but the best sources are dairy foods, meat, and fish. [2] 
Our diets are so rich in this mineral that deficiency is extremely rare. However, a vitamin D deficiency may reduce our absorption of phosphorus
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