How iodine may help keep our breasts healthy


Iodine’s effect on the hormone oestrogen could explain its link to breast conditions like cysts. — 123rf

While many of us might be familiar with iodine’s association with our thyroid, it might surprise you to know that this essential mineral also has an effect on the female hormone oestrogen.

Research has shown that this latter association could potentially help with breast health, including breast cysts.

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