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Which individuals are more likely at risk for a phosphorus deficiency?
Individuals at higher risk for phosphorus deficiency include those with certain medical conditions like kidney disorders, individuals on long-term intravenous feeding without phosphorus supplementation, and heavy alcohol drinkers. Vegan or vegetarian diets that are not well-balanced can also lead to phosphorus deficiency.
Are phosphorus deficiencies rare?
No. Phosphorus deficiency is a common consequence for malnutrition in developing countries. Symptoms might include muscular and neurological dysfunction.
What happens when you do not have phosphorus?
Phosphorus contributes to overall growth. For people, good sources of phosphorus are dairy, fish and meat products. For plants, the source of phosphorus is the same as that for other necessary nutrients: the soil. Phosphorus deficiency shows up in stunted growth.
Why do cattle eat fence boards?
Phosphorus deficiency. Increase phosphorus intake in the feed and/or mineral mix and your cows won't be trying to chew wood anymore.
What does phosphorus prevent?
Phosphorus deficiency can lead to weakened bones and muscles, fatigue, and poor appetite. Additionally, phosphorus is important for energy production and the formation of DNA and cell membranes in the body.
Are there any phosphorus supplements?
Yes. I think there's a wiki entry on Neutra-phos. Very expensive. There are cheaper ones out there at various vitamin websites [google 'phosphorus supplements'], but I don't know about their reliability. Dietary deficiencies are unusual, but there are rare cases of individuals whose livers do not properly store phosphorus. If you're one of those and suffer from the deficiency, it can involve painful muscle cramps and unpleasant chills. If you haven't had a diagnosed deficiency, there are a number of downsides to taking phosphorus, so it's a good idea to have your doctor test for a deficiency by having blood work done.
Why do animals get rickets?
Rickets is a deficiency of vitamin D. So they get it from not having enough vitamin D in their diet. It could also be a deficiency in phosphorus, calcium or simply that the animal is not getting enough sunlight.
Why do tomato plants sometimes have purple leaves?
Tomato plants can have purple leaves due to a nutrient deficiency, specifically phosphorus. When there is not enough phosphorus in the soil, the plant may develop purple coloring on its leaves.
What are the side effects of ispaghol husk?
Gastric heaviness and Phosphorus deficiency ,in long term therapy of ispaghol Dr.M.Zeeshan Malik m_zmalik@yahoo.com
What happen when the body doesn't get enough phosphorus?
Low phosphorus levels can lead to symptoms like weakness, fatigue, muscle pain, and difficulty breathing. It can also cause bone weakening and increase the risk of fractures. Severe phosphorus deficiency can eventually lead to organ damage and even death.
What happens to a plant if it lacks phosphorus?
Phosphorus is one of the 16-17 nutrients that are necessary for healthy plants and soils. Artificial, commercial, conventional, synthetic fertilizers recognize the critical role of phosphorus in plant growth. For they are called N-P-K fertilizers, because of their emphasis on the proportions of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. A phosphorus deficiency shows up in a lack of overall good plant health. For example, plant growth may be stunted.
Why would a cow eat cedar bark?
In most cases of cattle eating wood (be it ANY kind of wood), this is often a good indicator of phosphorus deficiency. Increasing phosphorus levels in the feed or the mineral should terminate this need for your cow to eat wood.
