Treating Mild Iodine Deficiency Boosts Brain Power Nov 2, 2009
Severe iodine deficiency has long been known to cause mental impairment, stunted growth and other problems in children ... But there has also been a recent re-emergence of milder iodine deficiency in certain countries, including New Zealand and Australia -- thought to be due to factors like declining use of iodized salt and changes in dairy-product manufacturing that have lowered iodine levels ... The current findings, however, suggest that mild iodine deficiency "could prevent children from... (Newsmax)
Consultant calls for Presidential oversight on salt iodisation Sep 24, 2009
4 per cent. The use of non-iodised salt promotes Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD), with its attendant risks of still births in pregnancy, goitre, miscarriage and mental retardation among other conditions. Mr. Mikkelsen, who touched on some key findings in the potassium iodate supply chain, said the supply of the substance should be decentralised because it would not augur well for the USI agenda, if salt producers had to travel to the Food Research Institute in Accra to obtain the chemical to... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Try health care, not sick care Sep 13, 2009
He showed me children who were literally starving to death, going blind for lack of vitamin A and suffering from goiter, an iodine deficiency disease that stunts growth and lowers I.Q. He showed me that health is a privilege of the wealthy and fortunate, rather than a right, as it should be. I never forgot that. (Albany Times Union)
Who rules us? Aug 14, 2009
Malnutrition, whooping cough and sometimes iodine deficiency can be the cause. The two families' problems are more or less the same as those of the vast majority of the people of Badakhshan. (BBC News -- South Asia)
How many Americans Suffer Thyroid D... Aug 1, 2009
When looked at worldwide, approximately 740 million people are experiencing goiters with approximately 50 million cases being caused by iodine deficiency, a cause that is rare in the USA.. Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide, affecting populations that consume inadequate amounts of iodine that is absent from table salt and foods in their diets. (Suite101.com)
Weak monitoring and enforcement hindering iodised salt consumption Jul 31, 2009
ECOWAS has agreed to eliminate iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) through the promotion of a Universal Salt Iodisation programme and the increased consumption of iodated salt ... Meanwhile, health experts have identified brain damage to children, miscarriage, infant deaths, mental retardation, goitre, lack of energy and sluggishness among others, as health conditions associated with iodine deficiency disorders. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Bone-building drug led to stress fracture Jul 28, 2009
I suspected I had an iodine deficiency from years on a low-salt diet. I proposed a trial of sea kelp, and he agreed. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Madison Kiwanis club donates refurbished bikes Jul 14, 2009
Members and clubs have contributed more than $80 million toward the global elimination of iodine deficiency disorders (IDO), the leading preventable cause of mental retardation. The name "Kiwanis" means "we trade" or "we share our talents." It was coined from an American Indian expression, Nunc Kee-wanis. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Inadequate iodized salt on the market Jul 4, 2009
Bolgatanga, July 03, GNA - Salt manufacturers and the Food and Drugs Board (FDB) have been called upon to ensure that salt put on the market for consumption contains adequate quantities of iodine needed to prevent Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) ... The disorders caused by iodine deficiency include goitre, increased prenatal mortality, irreversible mental retardation, preventable brain damage in children, and cretinism ... Iodine Deficiency Disorders could have been reduced considerably by the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kiwanis International Pursuing Second Worldwide Service Project Jun 28, 2009
June 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In 1994, Kiwanis International made a pledge to help protect children from the scourges of Iodine Deficiency Disorders in its first Worldwide Service Project ... Borders, boundaries and cultures are crossed and change becomes a cause, a commitment and, eventually, a cure," said Canaday. In 1994, Kiwanis committed to help protect children against IDD, the leading preventable cause of lifelong mental and physical disabilities. Today, the organization, with its... (PR Newswire)
'All about the kids' Jun 20, 2009
In addition, all of the clubs working together have contributed more than $80 million toward the global elimination of iodine deficiency disorders, the leading preventable cause of mental retardation. Working together. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Most men deficient in key nutrients Jun 20, 2009
The result is that we've been sliding toward iodine deficiency since the 1970s. Hit the mark: Sprinkling more salt on top of an already sodium-packed diet isn't a great idea, but iodine can also be found in a nearly sodium-free source: milk. (MSNBC -- Health)
Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) incidence drop in Jirapa, Bongo May 28, 2009
The study showed that the Jirapa District, which was said to have the highest prevalence rate of iodine deficiency disorders, recording 56 ... These were made known at a research dissemination seminar on Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) in Wa on Tuesday to inform stakeholders about the degree of endemicity of IDD among the people and measures needed to be taken to control it ... The research attributed the improvements to the distribution of iodized oil capsules in the two districts in 1994 and... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Iodine Deficiency Disorders rate high in Upper West Region May 16, 2009
Wa, May 16, GNA - Upper West Region is said to have one of the highest prevalence rate of Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) in the country, a nationwide survey has shown ... He said iodine deficiency is known to be a major impediment to human development and noted that if two out of the nine districts in the region have recorded endemic goitre prevalence, then it should be a matter concern to all. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Viewpoint: Danvers Kiwanis Club has history of good works May 14, 2009
Teaming with the United Nations Children s Fund, iodine deficiency disorders have been virtually eliminated ... Our club has a proud history of service to the community; whether we are racing ducks, flipping pancakes, or donating money to fight Iodine Deficiency Disorder around the world, we always manage to have a good time while we strive to serve those who need assistance. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Congo-Brazzaville: Seeking a Way Out of Food Insecurity May 2, 2009
Some 13 percent of the population have an iodine deficiency, while vitamin A deficiency is running at 47 percent, according to agencies. Wrong-headed policies. (allAfrica.com)
Three questions: Organic produce, iron and iodine, and tryptophan Apr 7, 2009
Some table salt has added iodine; this began at a time when iodine deficiency was more common than it is today. Now you don t need to worry about getting sufficient iodine through salt because iodine is present in other food and is used as a dough conditioner in bread. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Iodine Deficiency Disorders Mar 15, 2009
The Most Damaging Effect of Iodine Deficiency is on Brain Function. Iodine deficiency is a major health problem ... On a worldwide basis, iodine deficiency is the single most important preventable cause of brain damage. (Suite101.com)
Iodine: Role in Thyroid Function Mar 15, 2009
The impact of affects individuals and communities; iodine deficiency affects the whole population. References. (Suite101.com)
Low Iodine Content of Salt in Unite... Mar 15, 2009
Low Iodine Content of Salt in United States: Study Shows Iodized Salt May Not Prevent Iodine Deficiency Disorders ... Study Shows Iodized Salt May Not Prevent Iodine Deficiency Disorders ... The main source of iodine in the United States, iodized salt, is not providing an adequate iodine content, with women and children at the great risk of iodine deficiency. (Suite101.com)
McHugh carries on family traditions in job, service Mar 12, 2009
Kiwanis is also active in a program to distribute iodine in poorer countries to help prevent health problems related to iodine deficiency. The local division of Kiwanis, which includes Illinois and eastern Iowa, founded the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc. in Chicago. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
The Need for Iodine and Salt in Our... Mar 8, 2009
The reason there is so much iodine deficiency present is not only due to inadequate iodine intake, it is also due to the toxicities we are exposed to on a daily basis. These toxicities include the toxic halides bromine, fluoride and the chlorine derivatives". Misunderstanding Iodine and Salt Iodine is very important for proper thyroid functioning. This is becoming a generally known fact. But Dr. Brownstein maintains that all glandular tissue, including prostate, breast, and ovary, as well as... (Suite101.com)
Be well: Can coffee ward off skin cancer? Mar 2, 2009
Severe iodine deficiency leads to mental retardation, and even a mild iodine deficiency can harm cognitive development. Iodine has been added to table salt for years; it also can be found in seafood, dairy products, and bread. (Boston Globe)
Prenatal Vitamins Should Contain Only Potassium Iodide, Not Other Sources Of Iodine, Scientists Urge Mar 2, 2009
Iodine deficiency affects more than 2 ... Even mild iodine deficiency may have adverse effects on the cognitive function of children. (Science Daily)
Iodine in Prenatal Vitamins Varies Widely Feb 27, 2009
"Women who are deficient in pregnancy have children often with lower IQs or neurocognitive delays. Iodine deficiency is the leading cause of preventable mental retardation in the world." ... 2 billion people worldwide suffer from iodine deficiency ... The good news, Pearce said, is that mild iodine deficiency in the United States is not likely to result in major or even detectable neurodevelopmental delays. (MEDLINEplus)
Many prenatal vitamins lack enough iodine Feb 26, 2009
Iodine deficiency affects more than 2 billion people worldwide and is the leading cause of mental retardation. Pregnant and nursing women need 220 to 290 micrograms of iodine a day, according to the Institute of Medicine. (MSNBC -- Health)
Iodine Content of U.S. Prenatal Multivitamins Feb 26, 2009
1 Children of mothers with severe iodine deficiency may have cretinism. Iodine deficiency affects more than 2 ... 2 Even mild iodine deficiency may have adverse effects on the cognitive function of children. (New England Journal of Medicine)
