As one of the most important nutrients for female health, iodine contributes to normal bone development in children, brain development in infants and a fetus, the functioning of thyroid glands, proper metabolism and protein manufacturing. It also promotes fertility and improves chances of pregnancy. A severe iodine deficiency is a dangerous condition that might have serious health consequences, so it is important to ensure a sufficient intake of iodine. 

It is found in various foods or is available as a food additive or supplement. It is recommended to receive your iodine intake from regular meals. Here are the most common foods containing iodine

• Seaweed, whole or sheet,
• Cod, baked
• Yogurt, plain, low-fat
• Iodized salt
• Milk, reduced fat
• Fish sticks
• Bread, white, enriched
• Fruit cocktail in heavy syrup, canned
• Shrimp
• Ice cream, chocolate
• Macaroni, enriched, boiled
• Egg
• Tuna, canned in oil, drained
• Corn, cream style, canned
• Prunes, dried
• Cheese, cheddar
• Raisin bran cereal
• Lima beans, mature, boiled,
• Apple juice
• Green peas, frozen, boiled
• Banana

Sources:

Iodine, ods.od.nih.gov

What are the signs of iodine deficiency, medicalnewstoday.com

Iodine Deficiency, thyroid.org