Investigation of iodine intake in Tianjin resident

Zhao, W.D.

Zhonghua Yu Fang Yi Xue Za Zhi 27(3): 157-159

1993


ISSN/ISBN: 0253-9624
PMID: 8243179
Document Number: 415653
83 kinds of main food on the market in Tianjin were determined using alklin ashing method. The iodine intake of adult in Tianjin was found to be 113.76 mg/day which is below the recommended daily intake. It is not adequate for pregnant and lactational women. Its deficiency may possibly affect the intellectual development of infants. Hence sufficient attention should be paid by public health authorities.

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