
89. ONE Nutrient You Need Daily: From Thyroid Health, Weight Gain to Breast and Ovarian Cancer
Nutrition with Judy | Carnivore Diet
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Iodine Deficiency and Thyroid Health
The prevalence of hypothyroidism, especially in women, has increased due to the higher iodine requirement of women with ovaries and breasts. Thyroid cancer rates have skyrocketed, with a staggering 180% increase between 1970 and 2000. The importance of iodine in the thyroid hormone complex is crucial, as iodine deficiency can lead to detrimental effects on the thyroid, breasts, and brain. Notably, iodine deficiency is the primary cause of mental retardation globally.
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