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goitrogen

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n.1.any substance (like thiouracil or thiourea) that induces the formation of a goiter.
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Noun1.goitrogen - any substance (such as thiouracil) that induces the formation of a goiter
chemical compound, compound - (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight
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4] at low levels of goitrogen but depressed circulating [T.
Effects of ammonium perchlorate on thyroid function in developing ... by Brown, J. Anne / Environmental Health Perspectives
7) In addition, the agency disregarded the testimony of top scientists at the FDA's own National Center for Toxicological Research, British government researchers, and other qualified experts, who provided damning evidence of danger from allergens, protease inhibitors, phytates, and goitrogens, as well as from the hormonally active isoflavones.
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Chalmers also warns against chemicals called goitrogens that could cause problems for those taking thyroid medication.
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