Iodine
Minerals
Type:
Trace Minerals
Functions:
Component of the hormone thyroxin which aids in metabolism regulation and fetal development
Deficiencies:
Goiter, cretinism
Toxicity:
Depressed thyroid activity
Recommended Intakes:
RDAs:
150 ?g/day for adults
175 ?g for adult females - pregnant
200 ?g for adult females - lactation
150 ?g for children ages 11+
190 ?g for children ages 7-10
90 ?g for children ages 4-6
70 ?g for children ages 1-3
40-50 ?g for infants
Food Sources:
Iodized salt, bread, seafood