In combination with calcium phosphorus competes for the formation of bones and teeth, it intervenes in the mechanism regulating the body's acid-base balance and, combined with calcium, influences reproduction and lactation. The requirements for phosphorus are estimated at 0.88 g for the adult, but since it is prudent to take a further 50% as a safety margin, the sweetness of 1.32 g per day, or 0.02 g per kilogram of the person's weight.
Foods rich in phosphorus: almonds, peanuts, oats, hazelnuts, cashews, nuts, rye, coconuts, dried peas, beans, chickpeas, dried lentils, brewer's yeast powder, walnuts, dried pears, .