Goitrogens
Compounds which may cause goitre include:
- lithium carbonate
- phenylbutazone
- excess iodine
- foods - including cabbage, cassava, cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, turnips; but must represent a substantial part of the diet to be clinically significant
- calcium and fluorides in the water supply
Reference
- Ahmet S. Can; Anis Rehman. Goiter. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. 2025 Jan
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