Overall, the WHO estimates that iodine deficiency—one of the world’s most common nutritional gaps—affects around 2bn people ...

Improved brain health in children The brain-developing benefits of iodine for babies extend into early childhood as well. Not getting enough iodine is the most common cause of brain damage in ...

World Iodine Deficiency Day highlights the importance of iodine in diets for normal physical and mental development. Iodine deficiency remains a leading cause of preventable brain damage globally.

When you think about the benefits of protein, building and maintaining muscle are likely what come to mind. But this powerhouse nutrient has many other benefits as well—from increasing energy ...

Recently, ISMP Canada published a safety bulletin on oral dosing errors associated with LUGOL's solution (potassium iodide and iodine), also referred to as strong iodine solution. [1] The ...

Over the past decade, scientists have increasingly found that certain forms of pain and agitation, in moderate amounts, trigger benefits for mental and physical health. Researched examples include ...

Animal and cell studies suggest that consuming hops could provide a range of health benefits, but human studies are sparse. Hops plants provide beer with its signature taste and aroma, and studies ...

A lack of natural iodine in the soil and water, and an iodine-poor diet, led to the "characteristic neck swellings": enlarged thyroid glands. But after iodine supplements were shown to help ...

This article is part of SELF’s 2024 Guide to Getting Outside, an editorial package that explores the connection between nature and well-being through the lens of awe. SELF will be publishing new ...

Social Security benefits are increasing in 2025, and your 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) takes effect in January. The date you receive your first boosted check will hinge on your date of birth.

Alfalfa, scientifically known as Medicago sativa, is a nutrient-rich herb with several benefits and uses. It is commonly used to feed livestock, but some people have also used it as an herbal ...