Mineral
Iodine
Iodine is an essential trace mineral the thyroid needs to make its hormones. It comes mainly from seafood, dairy and iodized salt.
What are the current reference values?
The German 2025 values are 150 µg daily for adults, 220 µg in pregnancy and 230 µg while breastfeeding. These describe total intake from food and supplements. 1
What does a serving provide?
DGE lists 330 µg in 120 g cod, 94 µg in 120 g pollock, 30 µg in 250 mL conventional milk and 40 µg in 2 g iodized salt. Food iodine levels can vary. 2