Oxygen (O)
Acid/Alkaline: Alkaline-forming
Food sources: Fresh air
Toxic sources: Pollution
Uses in the body: Creates oxidation. Needed for bones, teeth, skin, red
blood cells, circulation and optimism!
Deficiency: Lack of oxygen causes death.Phosphorus (P)
Acid/Alkaline: Acid-forming
Food sources: present in nearly all foods, especially peas, seeds, corn,
mushrooms, carrots, nuts (pecans, almonds, etc.), whole grain
products, dried fruit, legumes.
Toxic sources: Meat, grains, intestinal products and wastes, phosphate
mining, soaps, phosphate additives in carbonated drinks, etc.
Uses in the body: Phosphorus is essential for calcification of bone (85%
of your body’s pH is in your skeletal system). Used in many enzyme
processes including metabolism. Controls the activities of most
hormones and many vitamins. A factor in carbohydrate, fat and
protein metabolism. Organic phosphates are a part of all cellular
structures and many of their functions. Part of ATP (Adenosine
Triphosphate), which is a cell’s power company. Used in the
oxidation of sugars for the formation of ATP. Builds bones, teeth,
blood, brain and hair. Metabolism of fats and carbohydrates.
Transporter of fatty acids.
Deficiency: Leads to bone pain and poor bone formation, osteoporosis,
poor memory, tissue weakness, prolapsed conditions, fatigue,
irritability, poor growth, rickets, skin sensitivity, decreased appetite
and weight. General weakness. Excessive amounts of phosphorus
can occur from prolonged and excessive intake of non-absorbable
antacids, high consumption of soft drinks, canned and processed
foods.
Toxicity: Rarely toxic. Symptoms may include brittle bones related to
loss of calcium (osteoporosis), seizures, heartbeat irregularities and