5 Signs of Low Iodine | Iodine Deficiency Symptoms TO KNOW

5 Signs of low iodine. Iodine deficiency causes from low iodine symptoms. What are the signs of low iodine? Iodine deficiency hypothyroidism.

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Iodine deficiency happens when your body lacks necessary iodine, which is a very important trace mineral. Iodine supports the thyroid gland in your neck, since your thyroid uses iodine to make thyroid hormones to control the rate of heartbeats, digestion and other many other important functions.

Low iodine symptoms

The United States, Canada, and dozens of other countries have salt-iodization programs. Particularly in the US, salt manufacturers have been adding iodine to table salt since the 1920s.

Iodine deficiency test

Iodine is an essential component of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine or (T3). Thyroid hormones regulate so many important systems in the body. If youre not getting enough iodine, the first symptom pops up, which is they first symptom on our list, which is swelling of the neck, or whats called a goiter.

Iodine deficiency goiter

The thyroid gland is that small, butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck. It makes T4 and T3, which are your thyroid hormones when it receives a signal from the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) coming from the pituitary gland. And when TSH is up, the thyroid uses iodine to make thyroid hormones as normal, but when iodine is low, thyroid hormones cant be made, so the thyroid works harder to try and make them, which causes the cells in that area to grow larger, leading to a goiter.

Iodine deficiency risk factors

People who dont use iodized salt, pregnant women, vegans, even people who live in areas where their soil has no iodine, like in the alps or any mountainous areas and river valleys that are prone to flooding, the soil really has no iodine. So the fruits and vegetables end up being really poor sources of iodine, especially for vegans that heavily rely on fruits and vegetables.

Iodine deficiency weight gain

The second symptom is unexpected weight gain. Thyroid hormones help control the speed of your metabolism, if you have iodine deficiency, your body burns fewer calories at rest, which means more calories from food you eat are stored as fat instead of used for energy, which leads to weight gain.

Iodine deficiency weakness

Some studies have found that nearly 80% of people with low thyroid hormone levels, due to iodine deficiency, feel tired, sluggish and weak.

Iodine deficiency hair loss

This is because your thyroid hormones help control the growth of your hair follicles. If youre currently experiencing hair loss, which could be from a multitude of other factors, see if getting enough of iodine may help correct your thyroid hormone levels and stop hair loss.

Iodine deficiency dry skin

Also keep in mind that a number of other factors could lead to dry and flaky skin, but the reason why I mentioned this is because thyroid hormones help the body regulate sweat. People with lower thyroid hormones, sweat less than people with normal thyroid hormone levels with normal iodine levels. Remember, sweating helps keep your skin moist and hydrated.

Iodine deficiency disorder

So whats the solution and how much iodine do we actually need. The recommended daily intake of iodine for adult women is 150–300 µg to maintain a normal thyroid function; for men, it is somewhat less at 150 µg.

How to treat low iodine

Mild cases of iodine deficiency for the most part can be treated with using iodized salt in daily food consumption or eating more saltwater fish for example. But if youre vegan or vegetarian, some of the best food sources of iodine actually come from seaweed, kelp and nori which is found in sushi, have good sources of iodine.

Overall though, it appears that the general U.S. population has adequate iodine intake but the risk is real for some, especially during pregnancy. And its only when a person’s iodine intake falls below approximately 10–20 mcg/day, that hypothyroidism occurs, which is important to get your iodine levels checked as well as a thyroid panel if you suspect you may be deficient.

DISCLAIMER:
This video is for information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions. Dr. Arsalan Aspires has used all reasonable care in compiling the information but make no warranty as to its accuracy. Always consult a doctor or other healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

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[mexmamichula]

1. 2:08 Goiter
2. 3:23 Weight Gain
3. 3:47 Feeling Tired and Weak
4. 3:59 Hair Loss
5. 4:17 Dry/Flaky Skin
Bonus 4:34 Less sweat

[pamc.IPraiseGod]

I have a goiter. I"m vegan. I"ve just started adding iodine as a supplement. My doctor didn't explain this to me. Thank you!

[shantishanti]

Thank you for taking 6 minutes to explain what other Dr channels take well over an hour. 👍👏🏼👏🏼

[catherinemnisi]

Have lost even my eyebrows hair loss and very dry skin .thanks a lot for your help

[sandiam]

Iodine deficiency is rampant in the United States and many other countries.

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[Erin____]

Recently gained serious weight, have developed cysts in my breasts, and now an inflamed thyroid. I’ve been trying to get help for extreme fatigue and body pain for years and keep getting blown off by doctors, who just blame my medications (I’m epileptic and bipolar and take a few meds daily). I’ve been doing some research about supplementation. Got some Kelp as well as B complex, Calcium Magnesium & D.

[vishwanathjadi]

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[googoo]

Love your videos! You explain it all so well, and easy to understand. Much gratitude!

[maggieadams]

Thanks for the information and advice!

[rhondaw]

What if you have most symptoms but not weight gain? I have weight loss! digestion has slowed down a lot!

[Mamarita]

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[clbrad]

Thank you for another informative and educational video, doctor! 😉

[cherylalbright]

Thank you for the info on iodine deficiency

[aletheiaquest]

One month ago, I started liquid iodine, Lugol's 2%, and not only am I feeling fatigued with brain fog, but my TSH shot up over 15, when my last test 6 weeks ago, showed me at 0.094. I worked my way up to 10 drops/day, which I believe is 25 mg/day. Should I maintain the current dose and allow my body to adjust or should I decrease the amount.

[Godskingdomcouncelorcrystal]

@arsalanaspires i have hypothyroidism been having pressure in my throat, weight gain all those symptoms. Did a iodine skin patch test it was gone in 7 hours.
I know to take iodine and selenium helps but my first time taking it. Is there a right ratio to start off? On no medication.
I have selenium yeast 200mcg and kelp 150 mcg of natural iodine from 30mg organic kelp.
I know with kelp you have to be careful. Will it be safe to take them both doses to start off with? Or taking the selenium and cutting half of the kelp tablet ?
Any suggestions would be so greatly appreciated.

[mikefa]

My 89 year old mother lives in Hawaii and she is a stage-4 CKD patient, so she does not use any table salt, and can't chew any seaweeds due to her dentures. Sh has been complaining about chronic fatigue and excessive hair loss more than the usual when she brushes her hair every morning. I asked her doctor if she can prescribe an iodine deficiency blood test, but the doctor says it is unheard of that anyone in the US or Canada can suffer iodine deficiency. What can i say or do to convince her to do a test anyways? My mother has Kaiser Advantage plan, so unless her GP orders the test, she can't go to another doctor outside of the Kaiser network to get a blood test.

[richardmenard]

The RDA is set way to low I have found Dr Brownstiens information to be right on 😀

[erindowling]

I love to see a video on too much cortisol, and what causes it. Also, the proper test to take for a true reading of cortisol levels.