Also known as: potassium iodide, iodoral, kelp iodine, jod
Latest evidence update: 2026-03-27
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Recommended: 150-300mcg daily
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Supports healthy child brain development, with deficiency linked to 7-10 point reductions in IQ and supplementation showing moderate positive effects on mental development
Reduces thyroid enlargement and improves thyroid function markers in pregnant women with mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency
Reduces postpartum hyperthyroidism risk by approximately 68 percent compared to no supplementation
Does not significantly improve cognitive, language, or motor development in children born prematurely or in mildly iodine-deficient populations
May improve response time and motor development in children with poor motor skills living in iodine-deficient areas, though results are mixed