What is Iodine?
Iodine can help to Remove Excess fat. It is also an important mineral for maintaining thyroid health and preventing goiter. It is also an important element for human growth. Seafood, eggs, dairy products, grains, and green leafy vegetables are rich in iodine.
Recommended daily intake The recommended daily intake for adult men is 105 to 165 micrograms and for women 85 to 135 micrograms.
Intake and Illnesses
excessive intake of iodine would lead to easy mouth sores, also produce diarrhea, vomiting. Insufficient intake can cause enlarged goiter and short stature.
Foods rich in iodine
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content
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Seafood
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Shrimp 3oz
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31 micrograms
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Dairy products
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A glass of fresh milk
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88 micrograms
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One egg
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24 micrograms
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American cheese one ounce
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16 micrograms
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Cheddar cheese one ounce
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14 micrograms
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