Thyroid Awareness Week 2008
If you are considering pregnancy, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, adequate iodine intake is essential for the brain development of your baby.
Australian research shows that 50% of pregnant women are iodine deficient (1), which can affect the development of the foetal brain and lead to lower intelligence and learning difficulties.
The Australian Thyroid Foundation recommends you take a specially-formulated pregnancy supplement containing at least 250mcg of iodine, such as Blackmores Pregnancy & Breast-feeding Gold. Also, replace the salt you use with iodised salt, to ensure you get adequate iodine in your diet.
Safeguard your baby’s health and speak with your GP or obstetrician about the benefits of iodine supplementation or visit our contact us for more information.
DOWNLOAD RESEARCH PAPER:
Iodine status in pregnant women and their newborns:
are our babies at risk of iodine deficiency? (PDF)
DOWNLOAD MEDIA RELEASE:
Australian women urged to get smart about protecting their baby's brain
OTHER DOWNLOADS
Thyroid Awareness Week Poster (PDF)
Thyroid Awareness Week Flyer (PDF)
1. Cheryl A Travers et al. Iodine status in pregnant women and their newborns: are our babies at risk of iodine deficiency? MJA 2006; 184 (12): 617-620