jodiumrijke
Jodiumrijke, a Dutch adjective meaning “rich in iodine”, is used to describe foods, supplements, or other substances that contain high levels of this essential trace mineral. Iodine is a key component of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which regulate metabolism, growth, and development. A diet that is jodiumrijk helps maintain healthy thyroid function and prevents disorders such as hypothyroidism, goiter, and iodine deficiency syndrome.
Common jodiumrijke foods include seaweed (kelp, nori), iodized salt, dairy products, eggs, and certain fish such
The recommended daily intake of iodine varies by age and life stage. For adults, the European Food
In nutrition labeling within the European Union, the term “jodiumrijk” is explicitly defined and regulated. Food