Iodine is an important trace element for your body, especially for your thyroid gland. However, some people may be consuming less iodine than they think — for example, due to a changing diet or avoiding iodized salt. In this blog, you can read about what iodine does exactly, who may benefit from extra intake, and when a supplement, such as the Hulda Clark iodine solution, may be worth considering.
Why iodine is important
Iodine is an essential trace element that your body needs for normal thyroid function, energy levels, and the nervous system. Iodine also contributes to normal cognitive function and the maintenance of healthy skin. Although we generally got enough iodine in the Netherlands for years through iodized baker's salt in bread, some population groups may now be deficient in iodine. This is due to changing eating habits: people are eating less bread, avoiding dairy products, or choosing non-iodized salts such as Himalayan salt. As a result, some groups of people are at greater