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Iodine is an important part of our daily diet. This element is essential for good thyroid health because it is needed for the production of thyroid hormone. Iodine is found in various foods such as cheese, fish, cows milk, yogurt, and without it can cause enlargement of the thyroid gland or hypothyroidism.
In the United States, the recommendations are as follows courtesy of the American Thyroid Association:
"The Institute of Medicine has set the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for iodine in adult men and women at 150 μg per day. Individuals who add tablet salt to their food regularly should use iodized salt. One teaspoon of iodized salt contains approximately 400 μg iodine. Most iodine-containing multivitamins have at least 150 μg iodine, but only about half of the types of multivitamins in the U.S. contain iodine.The RDA is 220 μg iodine per day for pregnant women and 290 μg iodine per day for breastfeeding women. Because the effects of iodine deficiency are most severe in pregnant women and their babies, the American Thyroid Association has recommended that all pregnant and breastfeeding women in the U.S. and Canada take a prenatal multivitamin containing 150 μg iodine per day."
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What is iodine necessary for?
Iodine is needed for the normal metabolism of cells. Metabolism is the process of converting food into energy. Humans need iodine for normal thyroid function, and for the production of thyroid hormones
Why do people get goiter?
People get goiter for two reasons. 1) lack of iodine iodine is used to produce the Thyroid gland if there isn't enough iodine, the Thyroid can't produce enough Thyroid hormone for the bodies needs, so it gets bigger to make up for it 2)too much iodine the body produces to much Thyroid hormones because it is being overdosed by the iodine. it then swells up... hope that helped!
Where does Radioactive iodine concentrates?
Iodine (regardless of whether it is radioactive or not) tends to concentrate in the thyroid gland. Radioactive iodine can thus lead to thyroid cancer if left unchecked. Fortunately you can generally flush out the radioactive iodine with normal "cold" iodine. We tend to get much of our iodine from salt which is "iodised". Interestingly in some cases when a patient has an overactive thyroid, or indeed in thryoid cancer patients, the thyroid can be chemically ablated by the use of radioactive iodine since it concentrates there naturally.
Do iodine supplements affect hyperthyroidism?
Yes, iodine supplements may affect hypERthyroidism. Iodine is the fuel for the thyroid. Adding extra iodine is similar to throwing gasoline on a fire. Interestingly, if too much iodine is given, it actually shuts off the thyroid and hypOthyroidism results. This can be dangerous and is not recommended. If you are hypERthyroid, ask your physician about all supplements and medicines you are taking.
What are the potential side effects of consuming too much iodine?
Consuming too much iodine can lead to side effects such as thyroid dysfunction, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, thyroid gland inflammation. It is important to consume iodine in moderation to avoid these potential health risks.
How much iodine-iodide should you take if you're moderately hypothyroid?
If you are moderately hypothyroid you should see your doctor about thyroid hormone therapy. Iodine is prescribed to people with an under-active thyroid because iodine helps the thyroid produce it's hormone. Please see your doctor for advice.
What are the advantages and disadvantage of iodine?
Iodine in the diet helps prevent goiter and cretinism, both caused by a lack of iodone.
What is an enlargement of the thyroid gland resulting from a deficiency of dietary iodine called?
An enlargement of the thyroid gland that results from a deficiency of dietary iodine is called a goiter. A goiter is inflammation of the thyroid gland. Worldwide, the most common cause of a goiter is due to a lack of iodine in our daily diet.
Does spirulina affect hypothyroidism?
Spirulina can contain large amounts of iodine. Iodine is fuel for the thyroid. Eating too much iodine is similar to pouring gasoline on a fire.
Will iodine on skin affect throid test?
Probably not, iodine supplements only effect the thyroid if someone is hypothyroid due to severe iodine deficiency - something not usually seen in the US or other developed countries due to iodine found in salt and other food sources.
If you have hyperthyroidism which is bad for you iron or iodine?
If you have hyperthyroidism, neither iron nor iodine is bad for you. Excessive consumption of either can be dangerous however, and since iodine is fuel the thyroid uses to produce thyroid hormone, anti-thyroid drugs (ATD's) are used to help the body lower its ability to use iodine in the thyroid. Iodine is necessary for life however, as is iron. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction, please seek the help of a board certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid problems.
How much iodine was put in NaCl?
The recommended concentration is 20 +/- 5 mg iodine/kg NaCl.
