Low- Iodine DietJena LovatoNUTR 4320Presentation 2

Table of contentsWhat is iodine?What is a low iodine dietHow much iodine should be

consumed on a low iodine dietDaily recommended valuesHow long does the low iodine diet lastFoods allowedFoods not allowedQuick easy meals

What is iodine?Iodine is a

chemical element with a symbol I and atomic number 53.

Iodine is required by higher animals for synthesizing thyroid hormones, which contain the element.

What is a low-iodine diet?Thyroid cancer patients with

papillary or follicular thyroid cancer will usually receive a dose of radioactive iodine about two months after their surgery in an attempt to destroy any remaining thyroid cells in their bodies

How much iodine should be consumed on a low iodine diet

The goal is under 50 mcg (micrograms) of iodine per day

Daily Recommended Values

A low-iodine diet will last for a short period of time

Usually about 2 weeks

2 weeks before a radioactive iodine scan or treatment

Foods High In IodineDairyEgg YolksFish

ShellfishSeaweedChocolate

Not-Allowed Ingredients

Bread conditioners◦ ANY product with

calcium iodate & potassium iodate

Red Dye #3-food coloring

Seaweed & seaweed based ingredients

Egg Yolk-all of the iodine is in the yolk of the egg and not the egg white

FOODS ALLOWEDSome pictures of foods allowed on a low-iodine diet. Remember this is NOT a no-iodine diet

SIDE EFFECTS OF A LOW IODINE DIETEffects of the treatment on the body

Weight loss-◦Cutting out dairy, seafood, processed

foods, baked goods cuts out a lot of calorie intake which results in weight loss

Calcium deficiency-◦Due to cutting out dairy in your diet you

will often be put on a calcium supplement while you are on a low-iodine diet

Effects of Low Thyroid Hormone On The Body

FatigueSluggishnessIncreased

sensitivity to the cold

ConstipationPale, dry skinA puffy faceHorse voice

Muscle weaknessBrittle hair and

fingernailsDepressionElevated blood

cholesterol levelsPain, stiffness or

swelling in your joints

Quick Easy Meal IdeasOatmeal with cinnamon, honey,

applesauce, maple syrup and walnuts, or fruit toppings

Grilled fresh meat with vegetables

Fresh salad topped with grilled chicken or beef, oil and vinegar dressing

“Sandwich” with unsalted crackers, peanut butter, and plain jelly

Thank You!Any Questions??

Jena Lovato