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Iodine and selenium - 'trace' minerals in New Zealand

Abstract:

The trace minerals iodine and selenium have many important functions during pregnancy and lactation, including a vital role in fetal and neonatal brain development. Although these nutrients are only required in small amounts, the dietary intake of these trace minerals in New Zealand has been reported to be suboptimal. There is a limited supply of iodine and selenium available in the New Zealand food supply. Therefore strategies, including regular consumption of foods containing these minerals and possibly supplementation, are required to ensure pregnant and lactating women consume adequate amounts of these minerals.

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fetal and neonatal brain development, iodine, selenium, thyroid function, trace elements during pregnancy and lactation