Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding phosphorus? Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding phosphorus
? The GI flora can break down the phosphorus from plant sources. Phosphorus from animal sources is more readily absorbed than the phosphorus from plant sources. Phosphorus is a component of ATP. On average, Americans do not consume enough phosphorus in their diets.
1) anemia (condition in which the blood cannot carry enough oxygen to the body) 2) type 2 diabetes 3) heart disease 4) hypertension (high blood pressure)