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Can desalinated seawater contribute to iodine-deficiency disorders? An observation and hypothesis.
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Abstract
Over 300 million people rely on desalinated seawater and the numbers are growing. Desalination removes iodine from water and could increase the risk of iodine-deficiency disorders (IDD). The present study assessed the relationship between iodine intake and thyroid function in an area reliant on desalination.