Iodine
August 23, 2006 by kate baggott
Filed under Baby Care, Breastfeeding, Nutrition
Iodine is a trace mineral. Added to table salt, iodine prevents goitre (thyroid) swelling and mental retardation as infants develop in the womb.
Whether we are getting enough iodine or not, is a question seldom asked in first world countries. It might be a mistake to ignore such a small, easily resolved issue.
In New Zealand, a new measure requiring bakeries to use iodised salt in the production of bread, cookies and cereal is being implemented.
A report in the New Zealand Herald recently announced the discouraging news that women in that country are not getting enough iodine due to reduced salt intake …read more
