Are sparkling beverages high in phosphorous?
The phosphorus in sparkling beverages is much lower than in commonly consumed foods and beverages. An 8-ounce serving of regular soda contains approximately 41 mg of phosphorus, about 6% of the recommendation for most adults. On the other hand, milk has 228 mg of phosphorus per 8 ounces and peanuts have 288 mg per 1/2 cup serving.