Iodine Benefits | Iodine Deficiency | Are we getting enough iodine in our diets? RDA #shorts
Channel: Nutrient Miracles
Date: 2022-08-06

Iodine Benefits | Iodine Deficiency | Are we getting enough iodine in our diets? RDA

Iodine is needed by the body to produce thyroid hormones. Iodine is critical for the body’s metabolism and many other important functions, especially for baby’s in the womb to properly develop their brains, bones, through a properly functioning thyroid in the mother.

The amount of iodine you need each day depends on your age. Average daily recommended amounts are listed below in micrograms (mcg).
Life Stage -----------------------------------Recommended Amount
Birth to 6 months------------------------110 mcg
Infants 7–12 months------------------130 mcg
Children 1–8 years------------------------90 mcg
Children 9–13 years--------------------120 mcg
Teens 14–18 years----------------------150 mcg
Adults------------------------------------------150 mcg
Pregnant teens and women---------220 mcg
Breastfeeding teens and women-290 mcg

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References:
https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-Consumer/
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