Iodine and Fertility
Fertility issues have become an increasingly common occurrence for couples today. Many failed pregnancy attempts can put a strain on relationships and be disheartening for those involved. However, it is important to know that sometimes lifestyle factors may be to blame, and simple changes could have a positive impact on conception. Paying attention to the diet and nutritional deficiencies is often a good place to start.
How Can Iodine Deficiency Affect Fertility?
Women who are trying to conceive should pay extra attention to their iodine intake. A woman’s iodine intake has been shown to be linked to her ability to become pregnant. With iodine deficiencies being a global problem, it is particularly surprising that this knowledge of iodine’s influence on fertility is not more widespread.
In the USA alone, iodine deficiencies have become a concern for both pregnant women and women of childbearing age. One study analyzed the effects of iodine levels on pregnancy by following 467 women who were planning to become pregnant. They found an iodine deficiency was associated with a 46 percent decrease in the probability of pregnancy when compared to those women with normal iodine levels. (1)
Another interesting study looked at the effect that iodine supplementation had on the fertility of iodine-deficient sheep. 52 iodine-deficient sheep were split into two groups of 26. One of these groups received an iodine supplement, while the other group was left untreated. The study determined that after 9 months, the treated animals had a 100 percent fertility rate compared to only 37 percent of the non-treated animals. (2)
Because the body cannot make its own iodine, it needs to be consumed through either the food we eat or through supplementation. For women trying to conceive, iodine intake should be higher than the normal Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for women of child bearing age.
With normal iodine levels already difficult to sustain due to the low-iodine content in foods, women trying to conceive would benefit from iodine supplementation.
Not only is iodine important during conception but pregnant and lactating women also require higher levels of iodine with RDAs of 220 and 290 micrograms, respectively. (3)
Here at Biowarrior, we know how important it is for trying or pregnant women to feel safe and confident in their supplement choices. Supplementation is one of the best ways to increase iodine intake. Thyroid Warrior is an extremely safe form of iodine supplementation and in fact, is the only form of nascent iodine patented for internal consumption. †
Thyroid Warrior is not only safe, but it is also extremely bioavailable which means the body only needs a small amount for it to be effective. By simply adding a few drops of Thyroid Warrior to your water each day, you can be assured that you can sustain healthy iodine levels. †
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