NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
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Sea foods
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Citrus fruits
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Dairy products
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Peas and beans
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Detailed explanation-1: -Myth: Eating lots of seafood can prevent goiter. Fact: Seafoods are important because they are rich in iodine, but they cannot shrink goiters. Many goiters are not due to lack of iodine. It is important to consult your doctor to find out the cause of goiter.
Detailed explanation-2: -Dairy products like yogurt, ice cream, and milk contain iodine. The thyroid needs iodine to prevent its glands from becoming enlarged–known as goiter. Treat yourself to a low-fat serving of frozen yogurt to get sufficient levels of iodine. Eggs contain healthy amounts of both selenium and iodine.
Detailed explanation-3: -Shellfish is tops when it comes to the foods that support thyroid health. Clams and mussels, especially, are rich sources of selenium, iron and iodine, all nutrients essential for normal thyroid function and hormone production. Selenium is highly concentrated in the thyroid gland.