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Nutrition 101: Iodine

Published in May 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD




Common names
  • Iodine
Recommended Intake
  • Males and Females ≥ 19 years: 150 ug/day
What's Iodine for?
  • Required for the production of thyroid hormones, which control energy metabolism
  • Prevents goiters and cretinism (mental and physical retardation)
Best Food sources
  • Iodized salt, seafood, iodine-fortified bread, dairy products









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