Enhancing human milk iodine concentration: a data-driven action plan for Latvia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Iodine deficiency remains a significant public health challenge in Europe. However, there is currently a lack of data on iodine status among lactating women and infants in Latvia.

Methods

This cross-sectional study assessed the impact of maternal diet on iodine concentration in human milk. The data obtained were used as reference points for planning targeted interventions to improve iodine supply. Between October 2024 and April 2025, pooled 24-h human milk samples, 72-h food diaries and questionnaires on anthropometric, sociodemographic characteristics were collected from 55 exclusively breastfeeding women residing in Latvia. Human milk iodine concentration was determined using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, while dietary data were analyzed using th

SUBMITTER: Aumeistere L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12504860 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature