Nutrition
Iodine Thyroid Balance
Iodine thyroid balance needs adequate dietary iodine without megadose supplements—too little or too much both disrupt hormone production and athlete energy.
Iodine thyroid balance means enough—but not excessive—iodine for hormone synthesis. Iodized salt, dairy, eggs, and seafood cover most athletes; strict low-salt vegan patterns risk deficiency.
High-dose kelp and iodine supplements can trigger or worsen thyroid dysfunction, especially with existing autoimmunity.
Common questions
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Should athletes take iodine supplements?
Only if a clinician documents deficiency—routine high-dose iodine can harm thyroid function. Food diversity and iodized salt are safer defaults.
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