Iodine Tablets & Drops
3 products
Natural Iodine (Astaxanthin) Capsules
With astaxanthin from a natural source
Organic Kelp 180 Capsules - Vegan
natürlicher Jodlieferant für den menschlichen OrganismusThe history of iodine
In the past, many people suffered from iodine deficiency and its consequences, such as goiter or reduced ability to concentrate. This led to iodine being added to table salt. To this day, both iodized and non-iodized salt are available in Switzerland. However, iodine requirements are difficult to cover with table salt alone.
These foods contain iodine
Soils in Switzerland are low in iodine, and so are the foods grown on them. Iodized table salt can cover part of your iodine requirement. Foods that contain iodine include eggs, milk and dairy products. Seafood and sea fish contain particularly high amounts of iodine. Fruit and vegetables, on the other hand, contain only little iodine.
Interesting: there are even foods that inhibit iodine absorption in the body. These include all types of cabbage, garlic, onions, cress and mustard.
How much iodine you need
The Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office recommends
- for infants and children up to their fifth birthday, a maximum of 90 micrograms of iodine,
- for children between five and twelve years, 120 micrograms of iodine,
- for adolescents and adults, a maximum of 150 micrograms of iodine, and
- for pregnant and breastfeeding women, a maximum of 250 iodine.
For comparison: in Germany, a maximum of 200 micrograms of iodine per day is recommended for adolescents and adults.
Can iodine be overdosed?
In thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto's or Graves' disease, too much iodine can trigger hyperthyroidism. Nevertheless, an overdose or even poisoning from iodine tablets is considered unlikely. This would require taking iodine tablets in extremely high amounts. An adequate iodine supply, on the other hand, contributes to normal production of thyroid hormones and therefore to normal thyroid function as well as normal cognitive function.
Iodine tablets for pregnant and breastfeeding women
Infants receive iodine through breast milk or infant formula. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should therefore pay particular attention to their iodine supply. According to a study published in the Nutrition Bulletin, toddlers, pregnant women and breastfeeding women consume too little iodine. The risk of iodine deficiency is also increased in vegans, as fruit and vegetables contain only little iodine. Smokers are also part of the iodine deficiency risk group.
Iodine supplements at VITALOVE
Iodine is essential for the human body because it cannot produce it itself. An adequate supply of iodine contributes to normal thyroid function and normal cognitive function. Women should pay particular attention to their iodine levels during pregnancy. However, soils in Switzerland are low in iodine. Iodine requirements cannot be covered even with iodized table salt. In the VITALOVE health shop you will find high-quality iodine products from certified manufacturers.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can order iodine tablets from certified manufacturers in our VITALOVE health shop. We ship the iodine tablets in sustainable packaging with Swiss Post.
Our thyroid gland needs iodine to produce thyroid hormones. Iodine tablets therefore indirectly contribute to normal energy metabolism. Iodine also contributes to normal nervous system function, the maintenance of normal skin and the normal growth of children and adolescents.
Iodine is a trace element that all people need. Dietary supplements in the form of iodine tablets help cover iodine requirements. At the beginning of the last century, the need was recognized in Switzerland and iodine began to be added to table salt. However, covering the requirement through salt alone is not possible.
In some thyroid diseases, too much iodine can be harmful and trigger hyperthyroidism. Nevertheless, overdose or even poisoning is considered unlikely. An adequate iodine supply, on the other hand, contributes to normal thyroid function.
Iodine deficiency can lead to an enlarged thyroid gland, known as goiter. Concentration can become more difficult and performance may decrease. Iodine deficiency during pregnancy can harm not only the mother but also the unborn child.
This depends on a person's age and stage of life. Pregnant and breastfeeding women have a higher requirement. For a normal adult, the Swiss Federal Food Safety Office recommends a maximum of 150 micrograms of iodine per day.
