What Foods Have Phosphates

Phosphorus can be found in foods (organic phosphorus) and is naturally found in protein-rich foods such as meats, poultry, fish, nuts, beans and dairy products.

What foods increase your phosphate levels?

  • Chicken and Turkey. Share on Pinterest. …
  • Pork. A typical 3-ounce (85-gram) portion of cooked pork contains 25–32% of the RDI for phosphorus, depending on the cut. …
  • Organ Meats. …
  • Seafood. …
  • Dairy. …
  • Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds. …
  • Nuts. …
  • Whole Grains.

What are natural sources of phosphate?

Natural sources of phosphate include erosion (weathering) from phosphate-rich rocks, and recycling of phosphorus from organic matter. In the Hudson, as in many rivers, particulate detritus and sewage delivered from tributaries are the main sources of phosphorus.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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