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. Getting enough iodine is important for everyone, especially infants and women who are pregnant.
Other uses of iodine are;
Promoting thyroid health
Reducing risk for some goiters
Managing overactive thyroid gland
Treating thyroid cancer Prevention
Neurodevelopment during pregnancy
Improving cognitive function
Improving birth weight
May help treat fibrocystic breast disease
Disinfecting water
Protection from nuclear fallout
Treating infections
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