Iodine
Iodine is an element for the formation of thyroid hormones.
Information about Iodine[edit source]
Iodine is an essential constituent of thyroid hormones and is essential for normal growth and development. Iodine deficiency causes goiter and hypothyroidism in children and adults, and cretinism if present during fetal development.
Deficiency of Iodine[edit source]
Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of preventable mental defects in the world today. Cretinism and goiter are completely preventable by iodine supplementation.
Toxicity of Iodine[edit source]
Iodine toxicity is rare, but high dietary intake may be responsible for iodine induced hyperthyroidism.
Liver safety of Iodine[edit source]
Iodine intake has not been linked to liver injury.
Trace Elements in Tissues and Biologic Systems[edit source]
Aluminum | Copper | Nickel |
Antimony | Fluorine | Rubidium |
Barium | Iodine | Selenium |
Boron | Lead | Silver |
Bromine | Lithium | Strontium |
Cadmium | Manganese | Tin |
Chromium | Mercury | Vanadium |
Cobalt | Molybdenum | Zinc |
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