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Nutrition 101: Iodine
Published in May 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD
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Recommended Intake
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- Males and Females ≥ 19 years: 150 ug/day
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What's Iodine for?
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- Required for the production of thyroid hormones, which control energy metabolism
- Prevents goiters and cretinism (mental and physical retardation)
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Best Food sources
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- Iodized salt, seafood, iodine-fortified bread, dairy products
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