Iodine

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Iodine is only needed in trace amounts. A good source of this mineral is kelp. Iodine helps to metabolize excess fat and it is very important for both mental and physical health. Iodine deficiency in children can cause mental retardation. In adults iodine deficiency is related to fatigue, breast cancer, hypothyroidism or cretinism, and weight disorders and obesity.

Iodine is required for a healthy normally functioning thyroid gland and prevention of goiter. 
 
The official US recommendation for daily Iodine intake is:

There are 3 clinical studies which indicate that supplemental Iodine maybe helpful in preventing or treating cyclic mastalgia which involves breast pain and lumpiness normally related to the menstrual period. Also known as cyclic mastitis or fibrocystic breast disease. 

 Iodine is also known as:      Iodide, Elemental iodine

All information presented is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or to administer to any
physical ailments. In all matters related to your health please contact a qualified, licensed practitioner.
All Information on  web page & pages linked to it are provided by GBS International training pack 1995/2002;  
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars;   The  Herb Encyclopedia  & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA