iodine

An international team led by University of Colorado Boulder researchers has cracked the chemical code driving the formation of iodine particles in the atmosphere, revealing how the element contributes to increased cloud cover and depletes…

NEW YORK: NEW YORK: The war in Ukraine has heightened fears about nuclear exposure — and interest in iodine pills that can help protect the body from some radiation. Concerns have grown in recent weeks over periodic power cuts to the …

Last Updated: July 25, 2022, 18:42 ISTReports suggest that one gram of seaweed contains around 16 to 2984 mcg of iodine.Eating a diet which is rich in iodine is of utmost importance.Several studies have shown that iodine deficiency is…

When winds loft fine desert dust high into the atmosphere, iodine in that dust can trigger chemical reactions that destroy some air pollution, but also let greenhouse gases stick around longer. The finding, published today in the journal…

Iodine deficiency is a common problem that leads to many thyroid disorders. According to WHO, iodine-deficiency disorders can start before birth and affect children’s mental health. It is also a cause of concern during pregnancy as it can…

The Government’s plan to add folic acid to bags of flour marks a successful end to a 25-year campaign by diet experts. The nutrient is essential during pregnancy to prevent birth defects, and the move will bring Britain into line with 100…

Betadine, an iodine-based antiseptic, has been falsely deemed a potential COVID-19 prophylactic. It is FDA-approved but has never shown any ability to combat virusesAn iodine-based antiseptic used for cleaning skin wounds is being…