"Phosphorus intake" refers to the amount of phosphorus that a person consumes through their diet. Phosphorus is a mineral that is essential for our body's functions, including building strong bones and teeth, filtering waste from the kidneys, and supporting energy production. Monitoring
phosphorus intake is important to maintain good health.
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Given the special relationship between phosphorus, calcium, hormonal function, and bone health, some observers have recommended a precise ratio of calcium - to -
phosphorus intake in our everyday diet.
Should phosphorus be added to labels, as a useful guide for people with kidney disease who may need to keep an eye
on phosphorus intake?
Now there are risks in restricting your pet's
phosphorus intake by simply restricting the amount of protein it its diet.
(ref) In experimental dogs with induced, kidney failure,
limiting phosphorus intake with a low - phosphorus diet increased their lifespan.
A new study carried out by Ludwig - Maximilians - Universitaet (LMU) in Munich veterinarians shows that
high phosphorus intake, comparable to the average level provided by prepared cat food, can be deleterious to kidney function in healthy cats.
«Many general dietary factors have been suggested as a cause of osteoporosis, including: low calcium - high
phosphorus intake, high - protein diet, high - acid - ash diet, high salt intake, and trace mineral deficiencies.
Calvo MS and Uribarri J. Contributions to total
phosphorus intake: all sources considered.
Finally, acute changes in blood calcium concentrations do not seem to elicit the secretion of the phosphaturic hormone fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF - 23), which is produced by bone - forming cells (osteoblasts / osteocytes) in response to increases in
phosphorus intake (see the article on Phosphorus)(2).
FGF - 23 is secreted by bone - forming cells (osteoblasts / osteocytes) in response to increases in
phosphorus intake.
A reduced amount of high - quality protein and high moisture content are essential, but
phosphorus intake must be restricted.
You do not need to give her tablets to balance her calcium and
phosphorus intake.
I believe that more veterinary kidney specialists agree that lowering your pet's
phosphorus intake is the prime beneficial effects of «kidney health» diets than believe that it is lower protein levels that provide the beneficial effects.