Role of Iodine in the body
Iodine is a mineral found in some foods. The body needs iodine to make thyroid hormones. These hormones control the body’s metabolism and many other important functions. The body also needs thyroid hormones for proper bone and brain development during pregnancy and infancy.
Symptoms of Iodine Deficiency
Iodine is an element your thyroid needs to make thyroid hormones. If your diet is deficient in iodine, your thyroid gland will enlarge as it tries to increase the production of thyroid hormones. The enlarged thyroid can cause a mass in the neck known as a goiter. As thyroid levels fall, hypothyroidism develops. Common symptoms that can occur with prolonged iodine deficiency include: Constipation Depressed mood Dry skin Fatigue Goiter (enlargement of the thyroid, creating a mass in the neck) Increased sensitivity to cold Menstrual cycle abnormalities Protrusion of the eyes Thickening of the skin Thinning and brittleness of the hair and nails Unintended weight gain Weakness
Symptoms of Iodine Toxicity
Symptoms include unexpected weight loss, rapid or irregular heartbeat, sweating, and irritability, although the elderly often experience no symptoms.
Good Sources of Iodine
Fish (such as cod and tuna), seaweed, shrimp, and other seafood, which are generally rich in iodine. Dairy products (such as milk, yogurt, and cheese), Iodized salt
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