However, in the UK, where iodized salt is not widely available, the population relies more on milk and dairy products for
adequate iodine supply.
According to Fiore, Latrofa, and Vitti (2015), «Thyroglobulin (TG) is an important target in iodine - induced autoimmune response due to post-translational modifications of iodinated TG,» as thyroglobulin is the only self - antigen subject to post-translational alterations resulting from
exogenous iodine supply (9, p. 26).
An increased iodine requirement as a result of significant changes in human nutrition rather than a decreased
environmental iodine supply is suggested to represent the main cause of the iodine deficiency disorders (IDD).
Some experts recommend 250 micrograms of iodine a day to women who want to conceive to ensure adequate thyroid hormone production and
iodine supply to the embryo and fetus.