Breast Milk Iodine Concentration Is Associated with Infant Growth, Independent of Maternal Weight
In breastfed infants, human milk provides the primary source of iodine to meet demands during this vulnerable period of growth and development. Iodine is a key micronutrient that plays an essential role in hormone synthesis. Despite the importance of iodine, there is limited understanding of the mat...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-01-01
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| Series: | Nutrients |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/2/358 |