Goiter: Prevention

To prevent goiter (goiter), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Risk factors of iodine-deficiency-related goiter/euthyroid goiter and dyshormogenic goiter

Behavioral risk factors

• Diet
  • Intake of strumigenic substances such as:
    • Casava roots
    • Crucifeae family vegetables (cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, savoy cabbage) [thiocyanates].
    • Milk (from areas with grass containing strumigens).
  • Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – iodine; see prevention with micronutrients.