Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Urinary iodine concentration between 500-800 mcg/l is significantly associated with the risk of developing thyroid autoimmunity, thyroid peroxidase antibody positivity, and thyroglobulin antibody positivity. Previous...
Understanding the Importance of Iodine for Optimal Health
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Discover the health benefits of iodine and the impact it has on our bodies. Iodine is an essential trace element that is crucial for optimal health. Iodine acts as an antioxidant that impairs the production of hydrogen...
Risk of Iodine Deficiencies in Norwegian Vegans, Vegetarians and Pescatarians
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. This study suggests that vegans, vegetarians and pescatarians in Norway are not only at risk of iodine deficiency but have limited knowledge of iodine as well. Emerging plant-based diets 1, gaining in worldwide popularity, have been...
Supplementation with Iodine Linked to Thyroiditis, Studies Show – Informed Opinion
Written by Dr. Patrick Massey, MD, PhD. Several studies conducted in China demonstrated that iodine supplementation in iodine-deficient parts of China significantly increased the risk and diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Over the past several months I have seen a...
Study Cites Benefits but Caution Regarding Iodine
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. China’s 16- year program of food fortification with iodine to reduce iodine insufficiency was significantly effective in four cities that had inadequate iodine levels prior to the intake of iodine fortified food; however, the program...
Iodine Supplementation Shown to Improve Thyroid Function and Cholesterol Levels
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Of the 163 obese Moroccan women, those who supplemented with 200 micrograms of iodine for 6 months decreased their TSH levels by 33% and their total cholesterol by 11% compared to those who took no iodine. The human body is intricately...
Iodine is Important for Health – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey, MD, PhD, Daily Herald Columnist. Iodine is used by humans in a number of biochemical reactions, most notably in the production of thyroid hormones. Earlier this year, several nuclear reactors in Japan were compromised by a combination of a...
Iodine and Exposure to Radioactive Nuclear Emissions – Informed Opinion
By Neil Levin, CCN,DANLA. Facts about iodine including its health benefits, the recommended daily allowances, and the sources and dangers of radioactive iodine. What is iodine? Iodine (I) is a mineral that is essential to human health, which we use to make the...
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