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If you apply a small dot of iodine on the skin will the body absorb what it needs internally?
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∙ 15y ago
Yes, the speed at which you absorb Iodine is determined by how deficient your body is. It is usually recommended to place spot of iodine the size of a silver dollar on your stomach. If the Iodine disappears in less than 24 hours, then you are deficient.
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Why iodine is so inporitnt?
Your thyroid needs iodine to make a hormone for your well being.
What is the mineral giant kelp needs for growth?
Iodine.
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Thyroid hormone needs iodine to function. The lack of iodine in the diet can cause the thyroid to enlarge as it is trying to overcompensate. This something we call goiter. In many countries iodine is added to salt.
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endothermic
