Sensible-Alternative Naturopathic Clinic

Iodine deficiency is widespread in Australia. In October 2009, Australia began mandatory iodine fortification of bread, which is a beginning. It will prevent goitre, and it is critical for the developing brains of babies. But many women will need much more than that.

Iodine deficiency causes symptoms of oestrogen dominance.

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Iodine is a critical nutrient for brain, breast health, and thyroid. Many Australians are deficient and do require supplementation. Be careful, however, that you do not take too much.

Are you missing IRON?

Iron is a critical nutrient for women, and yet as many as 30% of women of child-bearing age are deficient. Iron deficiency causes fatigue, breathlessness, and hair loss. Pregnant women have a particularly high need for iron. Others risk factors for deficiency include low dietary intake, heavy periods due to fibroids or other condition, under-active thyroid, gluten sensitivity, or other gastrointestinal conditions.