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goitrogenic

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goi·tro·gen·ic (goitr-jnk)
adj.
Causing goiter.

goitrogenic [goi-tro-jen´ik]
producing goiter.


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In rats subjected to cholinergic decentralization of the thyroid gland, a decrease of plasma T4 and an increase of plasma TSH, as well as an impaired goitrogenic and thyroid compensatory response, were detectable.
When we considered only cystic nodules or small nodules, we found no differences among the various groups, and this corroborates the hypothesis that no difference in exposure to important goitrogenic environmental factors took place between the DC and NDC groups.
Other foods that have goitrogenic activity are soybeans (tofu), pine nuts, peanuts, millet, and rapeseed (Canola Oil.
 
 
 
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