Monday, December 28, 2015

IODINE THE MINI BULLET OF HEALTH


·       Iodine is an essential trace element that is vital for normal growth and development.

·       Iodine is present in large quantities in both marine plants and animals, including shellfish, deep water whitefish, and brown seaweed kelp.

·       Dulse (a form of seaweed), kelp also contain dietary iodine.

·       For vegetarians: garlic, lima beans, sesame seeds, soybeans, turnip greens, and spinach are rich in iodine. Iodized salt is another important source of iodine.

·       Recommended dietary allowances (RDA) for iodine
Age
Men
Female
Pregnancy
Lactation
Birth-6 months
110 mcg*
110 mcg*


7-12 months
130 mcg*
130 mcg*


1-3 years
90 mcg
90 mcg


4-8 years
90 mcg
90 mcg


9-13 years
120 mcg
120 mcg


14-18 years
150 mcg
150 mcg
220 mcg
290 mcg
19+ years
150 mcg
150 mcg
220 mcg
290 mcg

·       Health benefits of iodine:

1. Controls body’s base metabolic rate.
2. Maintain optimal energy levels.
3. Forms healthy & shiny skin.
4. Boots immune system.
5. Stimulates hormonal activity.
6. Used as a cure for enlarged thyroid gland.
7. Prevents dangerous forms of cancer.

8. Flushes out chemical toxins.

-Major contributions: Shreya Singhal, Dietitian at LNF

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