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Fluoride Function

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Strengthens teeth, hardens tooth enamel, and prevents tooth decay.

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Fluoride Sources

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Fish / tea / fluoridated water / dental products.

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Fluoride Excess and Deficiency

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Excess: toxic, can lead to brown-coloured teeth, bone problems and cancer.
Deficiency: weak teeth and enamel, leads to tooth decay.

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Iodine Function

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Needed to make some hormones.

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Iodine Sources

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Seafood / dairy foods / veg.

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Iodine Deficiency

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Goitre (neck swelling), and complications in unborn babies.

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