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Phosphorus in diet

Alternative Names: Diet - phosphorus Recommendations: According to USDA recommendations, the allowances of dietary phosphorus intake are as follows: First year: 100 to 275 mg 1 to 3 years: 460 mg 4 to 8 years: 500 mg 9 to 18 years: 1,250 mg Adults: 700 mg Pregnant or lactating women: Younger than 18: 1,250 mg Older than 18: 700 mg Most diets in the U.S. have adequate amounts of phosphorus. Text Continues Below

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