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Calcium & Phosphorus

Phosphorus

Phosphorus is another mineral found in bones which may get low in the blood from the medications. It is also important to eat foods high in phosphorus.

High Phosphorus Foods (that are low in saturated fat):

Dairy Foods:	Vegetables:	Breads/Starches:	Fruits:
skim or lowfat milk cheeses yogurt	dried beans peas artichokes broccoli brussel sprouts sweet potatoes asparagus corn cauliflower bean sprouts greens okra onions squash tomato	bran and whole grains potatoes cereals: - Product 19 - Puffed Wheat - Special K - Rice Chex	raisins prunes dates

* Note than many high phosphorus foods are also high in potassium. If your child's potassium is high, the above foods will need to be limited and your child may need to take a phosphorus supplement.