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IODINE

Why is it Needed?

    • Required for Thyroid Hormone Production

Daily Recommendation:

  • For both Men and Women 150 MCG Per Day

What Happens When it is Deficient?

  • Simple Goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland)
  • Dry Skin
  • Hair Loss
  • Puffy Face
  • Weakness
  • Weight Gain
  • Mental Slowness
  • In Infants, mental retardation, Dwarfism (Cretinism)

Food Sources:

      • Seafood
      • Iodized Table Salt
      • Seaweed

Toxic Effects and Recommended Upper Intake Level:

  • Goiter

The UL is 1.1 MG Per Day

 

What Should I Take Daily?:

  • Supplement only if diet lacks food sources

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