10 Iodine Deficiency Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #1: Fatigue
Inadequate iodine levels can cause you to feel weak and tired all the time. This happens because thyroid hormones aid the body to produce energy. When your body has inadequate iodine, it cannot produce sufficient energy for its many functions. Consuming foods rich in iodine such as seaweed and eggs can help improve fatigue caused by iodine deficiency.
If you are always tired, you can benefit from getting enough rest. However, if the fatigue does not stop, consider getting your iodine levels checked. Because hypothyroidism slows down metabolism, fewer calories are broken down, which cannot provide the energy that your body requires. Fatigue results because the muscles do not have the energy necessary to function effectively.
