10 Iodine Deficiency Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #2: Dry Skin
Dry skin is another iodine deficiency symptom. The dryness occurs because thyroid hormones aid in the regeneration of skin cells. The hormones are also involved in regulating sweat. People with low iodine levels do not sweat as much as those with healthy iodine levels. Sweat maintains hydration of skins while lack of sweat can cause skin dryness.
Twenty percent of iodine in the body is found within the skin with most of it being stored in the sweat glands. Low levels of iodine leads to dry and cracked skin. If when you visit the sauna, it occurs to you that you do not sweat as you should, it is important to have your iodine levels checked.
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