Thyroid Gland

The thyroid regulates the speed and temperature of metabolic function. The thyroid helps determine how much work each cell performs. Fluoride can displace iodine from the thyroid gland because it structurally resembles iodine. The article presents thyroid problems as a primary clinical manifestation of fluoride exposure. The article says fluoride-related iodine displacement increases the risk of iodine deficiency. The article says iodine displacement by fluoride makes the thyroid more toxic. The thyroid gland is located around the Adam's apple.