Phosphorus ingestion with a high carbohydrate meal increased postprandial energy expenditure of obese and lean subjects,

Obesity is known to be associated with the consumption of refined carbohydrates [1] that are depleted of micronutrients [2] especially phosphorus. The mineral phosphorus is essential for the phosphorylation and synthesis of many compounds including adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Intracellular trapping of glucose, that is required for energy production, is attained through its phosphorylation and this was clearly evident following phosphorus co-ingestion with glucose [3]. In line, intake of phosphorus-containing supplements after a meal [4] or with orange juice [5] was reported to increase resting metabolic rate (RMR) of obese women.
Source: Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research