By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Jun 20 2025 As plant-based milk becomes a staple in UK diets, experts warn that without proper iodine fortification, consumers, especially young women, may face hidden health risks. Study:  Plant-based milk alternatives: can they replace the iodine from UK cow’s milk?  Image credit: Garna Zarina/Shutterstock.com As traditional food systems, often containing animal-source foods, are replaced by plant-based alternatives, questions arise about