Iodine as Essential Nutrient during the First 1000 Days of Life

Iodine is an essential micronutrient incorporated into thyroid hormones. Although iodine deficiency can lead to a broad spectrum of disorders throughout life, it is most critical in the early stages of development, as the foetal brain is extremely dependent on iodine supply. During the last two deca...

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Main Authors: Inés Velasco, Sarah C. Bath, Margaret P. Rayman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-03-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/3/290