Iodine is an essential mineral that’s known for supporting thyroid hormones but it’s also a big part of living an overall healthy life. Without it, you could be exposing yourself to several severe health conditions.
Today, we’ll be looking at four specific problems that can be caused by low iodine levels, including goiters, thyroid nodules, hyperthyroidism, and ovarian cysts.
1. Goiter
A goiter occurs when the thyroid gland gets inflamed. For some people, this can be a painful experience, associated with a tightening of the throat, making it harder for you to breathe. It can also result in a cough. Another common symptom is swelling in your neck.
The most common reason this occurs is from a lack of iodine. If you don't have enough iodine in your body, the thyroid swells in an attempt to try to capture all the iodine available in the body, which it needs to make thyroid hormones. (1)
1. Goiter
A goiter occurs when the thyroid gland gets inflamed. For some people, this can be a painful experience, associated with a tightening of the throat, making it harder for you to breathe. It can also result in a cough. Another common symptom is swelling in your neck.
The most common reason this occurs is from a lack of iodine. If you don't have enough iodine in your body, the thyroid swells in an attempt to try to capture all the iodine available in the body, which it needs to make thyroid hormones. (1)
2. Thyroid Nodules
You may also suffer from thyroid nodules, which are inflamed bumps that can form on your thyroid glands, located near your throat and it is a fairly common problem, affecting between 20 to 76 percent of the adult population in the United States. (2)
Symptoms include trouble breathing, a hoarse voice, or pain around your neck and throat. There are a few different reasons why nodules could occur but a major potential factor is whether you are consuming enough iodine in your diet because this substance helps regulate the thyroid.
3. Hypothyroidism
Your thyroid produces hormones that affect your entire body, controlling things like your body temperature and your heart rate. However, in some cases, your thyroid may not produce enough of the hormones that your body requires which is a condition called hypothyroidism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include a slower heartbeat, weight gain, double vision, cold sensitivity, thinning hair, goiter, and/or thyroid nodules.
There are several reasons why hypothyroidism can occur, including potential hereditary diseases however, it has also been linked to an iodine deficiency. Your body needs iodine to be able to produce thyroid hormones T3 and T4 and sufficient iodine intake is an important part of preventative health care to reduce the prevalence of thyroid disorders. (3)
4. Ovarian Cysts
In some cases, females could develop ovarian cysts. These can often be caused by a fluid build-up and most commonly occurs during reproductive years. In most cases, these cysts will be small and harmless. However, when a cyst becomes too large, it may need to be removed. There are a few common signs that you could have developed ovarian cysts.
First, you may notice that you are experiencing irregular menstruation, you might develop pain in your pelvis, or you could experience bowel issues. When you see these symptoms, it’s essential to consult a doctor. You may also want to consider your iodine intake. Aside from the thyroid, the ovaries have the second highest concentration of iodine in your body. That means without enough iodine the health of your ovaries can suffer.
If you notice cysts, you might not have enough iodine in your diet. Also, by taking iodine during pregnancy, you may have a higher chance of conception. (4)
It will also ensure that the developing fetus gets the nutrients that it needs, reducing the chances of the child being born with mental problems. (5)
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