A doctor suspects that one of her patients has a deficiency in one of the six key elements found in living organisms. He has low energy and extremely weak, soft bones. Based on this information alone, which nutrient supplement will she most likely prescribe?

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The nutrient supplement the doctor will most likely prescribe is PHOSPHORUS.

There are six common elements found in living organisms. These are carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, and sulfur.

Phosphorus is a major mineral in our body that helps build strong bones and teeth. It also helps in storing and using energy; as well as, supporting cells in its growth by maintaining acid-base balance.

Insufficient amount of phosphorus  in a body results to lowered appetite, numbness and weakness, irritability, and bone associated symptoms like poor bone and teeth development, fragile bones, and bone pain.

A doctor will prescribe the nutrient supplement of phosphorus te elevate the number of phosphorus in the body to its normal range.

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