Iodine deficiency is an ongoing problem. The implementation of salt iodization has
significantly reduced the effects of iodine deficiency worldwide in recent years, and the …

Little is known about the global prevalence of congenital hypothyroidism (CH), though it is
known to vary across countries and time periods. This meta-analysis aims to estimate the …

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition with
unknown etiology. Both genetic and environmental factors have been associated with ASD …

MMID continues to exist during pregnancy. Salt iodization alone may be insufficient to
ensure adequate iodine status during pregnancy. There is an absence of high-quality data …

Iodine (I), an essential nutrient, is important for thyroid function and therefore growth and
development. Fluoride (F), also an essential nutrient, strengthens bones and teeth, and …

Breast milk iodine concentration (BMIC) is a promising indicator of iodine status in lactating
women. However, there are limited data on its usefulness to reflect maternal iodine …

Purpose Given the high consumption of seaweed soup by pregnant and lactating Korean
women, concerns have been raised about excessive iodine intake. We evaluated the effects …

Mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency during pregnancy is prevalent worldwide, but its
consequences for maternal and child health are not clear. We aimed to investigate the …

Introduction The importance of micronutrient intake during the preconceptional and early
pregnancy period for both maternal and fetal outcomes is well-known, however, relevant …

Optimization of salt iodization (eg careful increase in iodine concentration in salt, use by
food industry in processed foods) combined with targeted, personalized supplementation …