(BeWellBuzz) Nearly 27 million people in the United States suffer from some type of thyroid disorder. Women are five times more likely to develop a thyroid condition as compared to males. In a 2011 study by Quest Diagnostics, over 15% of the pregnant women tested positive for hypothyroidism. The study also revealed that: Women weighing over 275 pounds were 2.5 times ... Continue Reading
Study suggests vegans are at risk for low iodine levels
Some vegans may not be getting enough iodine in their diets, suggests a new study. That finding is particularly relevant for women who are pregnant, researchers say, as that's a time when a mom's iodine levels are strained by her growing baby. "It's an interesting observation that we ought to pay attention to," said Dr. Robert Smallridge, an endocrinologist at the Mayo Clinic ... Continue Reading
12 Uses For Iodine and Other Useful Tips
The following article will give you a better understanding of the most common uses of iodine as a supplement, as outlined by clinical research and by the University of Maryland Medical Center[1]. Additionally, you will also learn about a simple at-home test that can give you a better idea if you have an iodine deficiency. Common Uses For Iodine: 1. Radiation ... Continue Reading
Get Radiation Out of Your Body
The tragic meltdown at Fukushima has raised our awareness about the dangers of radiation. Whether or not you are in direct danger of the nuclear fallout from Fukushima you need to be aware. Here's the deal... Exposure to radiation is a common enough occurrence these days, especially since we are surrounded everywhere with electronic devices that are constantly emitting ... Continue Reading
Iodine and Hair Loss: Is There A Connection?
It is clear that the micro-nutrient iodine (as well as iron, magnesium and zinc[1]) is a key essential element for the normal growth and development in all of the body's organ and tissue systems. In fact, iodine, in combination with the aforementioned minerals are often considered the best "hair growth minerals" you can take for healthy hair. And if you are currently ... Continue Reading