Lack of dietary iodine threatens brain development in children

Authors

Heather Yeatman, University of WollongongFollow
Karen Charlton, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

92098

Publication Details

Yeatman, H. & Charlton, K. (2013). Lack of dietary iodine threatens brain development in children. The Conversation, 19 June 1-3.

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http://theconversation.com

Abstract

Iodine is naturally present in a range of food, especially seaweed and fish. So it may seem odd that the people of an island nation (most of whom live along its vast coastline) are not getting enough of this vital mineral.