Minerals - Iodine - Optimal Absorption

It is best to obtain iodine from your diet, but it is also available in multi-vitamin/mineral supplements. Supplemental kelp is also rich in iodine. Nutrient deficient soil and commercial food processing can reduce food iodine content.

The following is a list of United States 1989 Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA) for minimum nutritional iodine intake and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with iodine.

0 - 5 months,  40mcg

6 - 11 months,  50mcg

Children

1 - 3,  70mcg

4 - 6,  90mcg

7 - 10,  120mcg

Males

11 - 14,  150mcg

15 - 18,  150mcg

19 - 24,  150mcg

25 - 50,  150mcg

51+,  150mcg

Females

11 - 14,  150mcg

15 - 18,  150mcg

19 - 24,  150mcg

25 - 50,  150mcg

51+ years,  150mcg

Pregnancy

175mcg

Lactation

1^st 6 months,  200mcg

2^nd 6 months,  200mcg