Top Ten List of Phosphorus-Rich Fruits

The discovery of Phosphorus is being credited to Hennig Brand. And it was said that Mr. Brand discovered Phosphorus while examining his own urine and checking if it will turn ordinary metals into gold. Well, we all know that urine will only make an ordinary metal stink but Phosphorus, though, not the favorite element of King Midas, is a vital requirement in the formation of the human bones and teeth. Here is our list of Phosphorus-rich Fruits :

 No. Fruit Name Content (per 100g)
1 Coconut 113.0mg
2 Tamarind 113.0mg
3 Dates 62.0mg
4 Avocado 54.0mg
5 Guava 40.0mg
6 Durian 39.0mg
7 Elderberries 39.0mg
8 Jackfruit 36.0mg
9 Kiwifruit 34.0mg
10 Plantains                    34.0mg
(Note : Data came from US Dep't. of Agriculture)

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