World Iodine Deficiency Day - October 21
Sat Oct 21st

World Iodine Deficiency Day

World Iodine Deficiency Day, October 21st, raises concern about the role that iodine plays in the human body's health. The day is also known as Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day.

Iodine, a trace mineral that the body needs to produce thyroid hormones, is a mineral that helps the body produce thyroid hormones. These hormones influence several bodily functions, including heart rate, metabolism, body temperature, and muscle contractions. The rate at which dying cells are replaced is also controlled by thyroid hormones.. All of these bodily functions are affected by the body's inability to obtain enough iodine.

Also low iodine levels result in::

  • Swelling in the neck
  • Unexpected weight gain is the result of an unexpected weight gain.
  • Fatigue and muscle weakness are two key signs of muscle weakness
  • Hair loss
  • Dry skin
  • Trouble learning
  • Irregular periods

If pregnant mothers are deficient in iodine, it could result in stillbirth. It could also lead to mental retardation, speech impairments, and deafness in children.

According to the latest estimates, one-third of the world's population has an iodine deficiency. But eating certain foods will raise the body's iodine levels. Fish, such as cod and tuna, shrimp, and seaweed, are all high in iodine. Also good sources of iodine are dairy products, such as yogurt, milk, and cheese. Salt iodine is one of the best sources of iodine.

Adults should get 150 mg of iodine each day, and pregnant women should get 220 mcg. es persist in the United States and Canada, although most people in the United States and Canada get enough iodine, 2 billion people worldwide have iodine deficiencies. reas include Western Pacific, Southeast Asia, and Africa. The top cases of iodine deficiency are found in Western Pacific, Southeast Asia, and Africa.

Yday. how to celebrate #worldiodinedeficiencyday

Day, health organizations in countries where iodine deficiency is still a problem are trying to inform the general population on the importance of iodine. In addition, they can help people understand the benefits of adding iodized salt to their diet. To participate: To participate: To participate: To participate: You must register: To participate: To participate: To participate:

  • Find out more about iodine and its vital role in the human body
  • If you notice any signs related to low iodine levels, get your thyroid tested
  • eficiency disorders worldwide, read more about Endocrinologist Creswell Eastman, who has worked on several campaigns to eliminate iodine deficiency disorders
  • Donate to an organization that is attempting to eliminate iron deficiencies in developing countries.

Finally, share this day with #WorldIodineDeficiencyDay on social media.

The history of the world iodine deficiency day

By the year 2000, world leaders set a target to eliminate iodine deficiencies by 1990 at the World Summit for Children. In the years that followed, countries such as India and China established their own National Day for the Prevention of Iodine Deficiency Disorders in the years that followed. In addition,, many countries around the world have joined the campaign and announced it as World Iodine Deficiency Day..