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How Can Iodine Deficiency Be Treated?

My Dr told me that my iodine level was low and to take an over-the-counter supplement. I did not ask for my numbers, so I don t know how low. I don t know which kind to take or in what amount. I believe that he maximum is 1100 mpg per day. Any advice?
posted on Sun, 15 Oct 2017
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Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-Add sea salt, seafood, raw milk and eggs to your diet.
-The recommended daily intake of iodine for adult women is 150–300 µg as a supplement.
-After treatment do another analysis 3 months later.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help.
Kindly regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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How Can Iodine Deficiency Be Treated?

Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are: -Add sea salt, seafood, raw milk and eggs to your diet. -The recommended daily intake of iodine for adult women is 150–300 µg as a supplement. -After treatment do another analysis 3 months later. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help. Kindly regards, Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi