Phosphate Salt Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Phosphate salt is a general term for substances that are combinations of the phosphate chemical and various salts and other minerals. Phosphate salts are often used as food additives but can be taken orally for various medicinal purposes.¹

Phosphate Salt Health Uses and Health Benefits

Phosphate salts have a few medicinal uses. Primarily, phosphate salts are taken to help improve urinary tract health by making the urine more acidic, which helps prevent infections. Some phosphate salts also help to counteract the buildup of calcium in the kidneys, which prevents the formation of kidney stones. Phosphate salts also have benefits for preventing indigestion. These salts are also effective in helping treat tooth sensitivity.^1,2

References

1. https://www.rxlist.com/phosphate_salts/supplements.htm 
2. https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/phosphate-supplement-oral-route-parenteral-route/description/drg-20070193