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Phosphorus

Vitamins/Minerals · Evidence: Moderate · Importance: Low

A major mineral for bone and energy (ATP); abundant in protein foods.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

Deficiency is rare; the bigger issue is excess from processed foods.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: RDA ~700 mg, easily met by diet.

Timing: With meals.

Role in a stack

Diet-covered.

Redundancy check: Redundant — protein-rich diets are high in phosphorus.

Cautions & safety

Excess (often from sodas/additives) can disrupt calcium balance.

Generally not supplemented. Educational only — not medical advice.

Best for

rarely needed

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.