The forgotten nutrient every midlife woman needs – with Dr Craig Rose

Could your midlife fatigue, weight gain and thinning hair be down to a lack of iodine? Research shows that up to 68% of us are deficient, with women being particularly vulnerable. Liz is joined by marine biologist Dr Craig Rose to explore why this often-overlooked nutrient is essential for thyroid health, metabolism and brain function, as well as healthy skin, hair and nails. Craig explains how signs of thyroid dysfunction can overlap with perimenopause and menopause symptoms and shares simple ways to get more iodine into your diet.

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In this episode:

· How our diets have become less nutrient-dense

· Why thyroid symptoms can be confused with perimenopause

· Why an iodine deficiency is more common in women

· The ways collagen and iodine support healthy hair, skin and nails

· How marine-sourced foods contribute to longevity and better healthspan

· Why midlife fatigue, brain fog and weak nails and hair can be linked to low iodine

· The link between optimal thyroid function and a healthy metabolism

· Why dementia research is looking at reduced seafood consumption as a risk factor

· The quiz to help you work out if you’re getting enough iodine