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Less Salt Means Less Iodine; Is Iodine Still Important in the Diet?
Q. Does it make a difference whether I use iodized or uniodized salt?
A. It could. Iodine is an essential mineral required by the body for the production of thyroid hormones, which help regulate growth and metabolism. Iodine cannot be stored for long by the body, so tiny amounts are needed regularly
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Food, Not Pills, May Be Best Rx For Lycopene’s Cancer Protection
Q. I hear lycopene helps prevent cancer and heart disease. Should I be taking a lycopene supplement?
A. Evidence that lycopene has significant health benefits is mounting. But whether lycopene supplements are as beneficial as whole-food sources is debatable
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