Fluoride

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Functions bone and teeth growth Deficiency tooth decay possibly osteoporosis Good Sources Natural fish, seafood milk tea Artificial fluoridated drinking water Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA) Males (adults) 4 mg Females (adults) 3 mg Pregnant females 1.6 mg Lactating females 1.7-1.8 mg Children 0.8-1.2 mg Infants 0.4-0.5 mg Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) Adults (19 to 50 yrs) 10 mg Intakes above UL may lead to negative health consequences. Supplementation Not necessary, not recommended