Phosphorus is needed for the body cell division, to increase muscle mass, support the work of the heart, kidneys and nervous system. Also involved in the absorption of fat. Contained in goat cheese, egg yolk, rice, sesame, sunflower, walnut, angry carp, tuna.
Builds bones and teeth. Involved in other vital organic functions. The scarcity of the element can lead to severe consequences for the skeleton and the normal functioning of the body.
Warning : Consumption in large quantities is dangerous to health. The liver fails to process it instantly into energy and converts it into fat. Increases the risk of cardiovascular problems, insulin resistance and diabetes.
Comment : Provides the body with only calories without minerals, vitamins and other nutrients.
Warning : Increases the amount of bad cholesterol, and is a factor in the preparation of cardio-vascular diseases. More dangerous than animal fats. It is believed it causes many other diseases: Alzheimer's, cancer, diabetes, disorders of liver functions belong.
Comment : There are trends in Europe and America to limit its use in food
E450 (E 400-499 Tires, thickeners, stabilizers and emulsifiers)
Comment : Mineral salt which is used in toothpaste, white paints, detergents. Can be extracted from rocks or bones of animals. Sometimes used to reduce the acidity of the wine and increase the stability of frozen fruits and vegetables. In high doses is toxic.