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Iodine Requirements in Pediatrics: From Fetal Life to Adolescence

Gabriella Iannuzzo1, Angelo Campanozzi2, Viola Trevisani3,4

  • 1Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University, Naples, Italy.

Frontiers in Endocrinology
|July 18, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Adequate iodine intake is crucial for children and adolescents. Continued efforts are needed to prevent iodine deficiency, particularly in vulnerable groups like pregnant women and teens.

Area of Science:

  • Nutrition science
  • Pediatric health
  • Public health

Background:

  • Iodine is essential for thyroid hormone synthesis and proper development.
  • Global iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) have significantly decreased due to public health initiatives.
  • However, IDD remains a concern in specific populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on iodine requirements during developmental age.
  • To analyze national and international guidelines on iodine intake.
  • To highlight the ongoing need for iodine deficiency prevention.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of updated guidelines.
  • Analysis of scientific publications on iodine status.
  • Synthesis of data on iodine requirements from conception to adolescence.

Main Results:

  • Established iodine requirements vary across developmental stages.
  • Industrialized nations have improved general iodine status.
  • Vulnerable groups, including adolescents and pregnant women, remain at risk.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal iodine nutrition is critical throughout development.
  • Targeted strategies are necessary to address persistent iodine deficits.
  • Continued monitoring and policy implementation are vital for public health.

Keywords:
adolescentsfetusiodineiodine deficiencypediatricspregnancy

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