Dicalcium Phosphate

Also Known As : Calcium monohydrogen phosphate

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Usage Tips

Dicalcium Phosphate can be used as a nutritional supplement in breakfast cereals and enriched flour.

Description

Dicalcium Phosphate is the calcium phosphate with its dihydrate. It is approximately 23% calcium. It is produced by the neutralization of calcium hydroxide with phosphoric acid.

Health benefits

Dicalcium Phosphate helps in bone healing during bone grafts.⁽¹⁾
It is good for oral health as it prevents tooth decay and also gently polishes teeth.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Check for the "use by" date on the packaging of Dicalcium Phosphate when buying as a supplement.

Note

Dicalcium Phosphate may turn out to be a skin irritant and dry out and break down skin cells. It may also cause feelings of nausea.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://www.livestrong.com/article/472086-what-is-the-purpose-of-dicalcium-phosphate/

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