The dietary structure of modern people is diverse, and the intake of iodine nutrition is influenced by various factors, including both positive factors and potential risks. The specific manifestations are as follows:

1、 Possible factors that may increase iodine intake

1. Increased consumption of seafood products

Kelp, seaweed, shellfish, and other foods are rich in iodine, and people in coastal areas or those who focus on seafood diets may have sufficient intake. However, the frequency and variety of seafood intake vary greatly, and not everyone can meet their needs through diet.

2. Iodine additives in processed foods

Some bread, dairy products (due to the iodine content in cow feed), and food additives (such as potassium iodate) may contribute a small amount of iodine, but relying on such foods may lead to nutritional imbalance.

2、 Possible factors that may lead to iodine deficiency

1. Reduce salt intake or switch to non iodized salt

The prevention and treatment of hypertension advocate a low salt diet. If iodine is not supplemented through other means, it may increase the risk of deficiency.

Popular salt varieties (such as rock salt and bamboo salt) usually do not contain iodine, and the promotion of organic food or "natural salt" may mislead consumers.

2. Changes in dietary preferences

Vegetarians/vegans who avoid seafood and dairy products may face iodine deficiency (plant-based foods have low iodine content unless fortified foods are consumed).

Takeout and processed foods have high salt content, but the type of salt is unknown (whether iodine is added is unknown).

4、 Special populations require special attention

Pregnant and lactating women: Iodine demand increases by 50% (approximately 250 μ g/day), and deficiency may affect fetal neurological development.

Infants and young children: Formula milk powder usually contains iodine, but breastfed infants rely on their mother's iodine status.

Thyroid disease patients, such as hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, should adjust their iodine intake according to medical advice.

5、 Suggestion

Evaluate personal diet: whether regular use of iodized salt and weekly intake of seafood (especially seaweed).

Targeted supplementation: High risk populations such as pregnant women and vegetarians can meet their needs through fortified foods or moderate supplements (such as 150 μ g/day).

Regular monitoring of urinary iodine levels is key to preventing related diseases.

Everyone has a need for urine iodine testing, and the Seclude urine iodine detector provides a fully automatic one click iodine testing instrument for large-scale urine iodine testing. It is easy to operate and has high detection efficiency, with a test report obtained in 30 minutes.