This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nutrition and health, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
Iodine requirement during lactation is 
Select and explain. 
A. 100 mcg per day, B. 150 mcg per day, C. 220 mcg per day, D. 290 mcg per day
D: 290 mcg per day
Answer: D: 290 mcg per day 
Explanation: IODINE REQUIREMENT India has adopted WHO guidelines of Iodine requirement 150 mcg per day in Adults, 250 mcg per day in pregnancy and Lactation US recommended daily allowances (RDA) for iodine intake are 150 mcg in adults, 220-250 mcg in pregnant women, and 250-290 mcg in breastfeeding women. Ref: Park 25th edition Pgno : 662