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Iodine Sources
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Iodine Sources is a nutrient mineral — Iodized salt, mineral supplement; thyroid hormone component
Also: Calcium Iodate, Cuprous Iodide, Potassium Iodate, Potassium Iodide
What it does
Iodized salt, mineral supplement; thyroid hormone component
Where you'll see it
Iodized salt, dietary supplements, seafood
What the research says
Iodine compounds can produce diffuse red pimply rash, hives, asthma, and sometimes anaphylactic shock.
Benefits
Essential nutrient; deficiency leads to goiter.
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): iodine compounds can produce a diffuse red pimply rash, hives, asthma, and sometimes, anaphylactic shock