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Dietitian/Nutritionist•Panipat
Iodine deficiency is a very common problem worldwide and is a major cause of thyroid disorders. The entire mechanism of how deficiency of iodine causes hypothyroidism is a complex explanation. So we will stick to layman terms and keep it simple. Deficiency of iodine causes a range of diseases which, altogether are termed as iodine deficiency diseases. When an individual does not receive enough iodine, the thyroid gland increases in size because the thyroid is unable to make enough hormones that ...more
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Iodine is often considered as a trace element and most people do not give it the importance it deserves. This is wrong on many counts. Iodine is very much needed by your body and it is essential for thyroid hormone synthesis in our everyday lives. A lack of iodine can lead to many complications and can affect the physical and mental health of a person.
Worse, in case if you are pregnant, it can affect the health of the fetus. The telltale signs of a thyroid deficiency can be found in th...more
Worse, in case if you are pregnant, it can affect the health of the fetus. The telltale signs of a thyroid deficiency can be found in th...more
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It is not necessary (just take iodised salt which is easily available in the market ). Rest of the various types of suppliment (herbal or natural products) are not essential. You can take them if you are interested with your own discretion. Read about healthy and balanced diet from the internet and understand the concept of nutrition. Follow a disciplined and healthy lifestyle on a regular basis to stay fit and healthy.
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You can along with that warm water with pinch of salt in it and gargle with this gives you good result.
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You need oral antibiotics.
If not properly taken, resistance occurs.
Also partner will also need treatment.
If not properly taken, resistance occurs.
Also partner will also need treatment.
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