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Iodine
Okay here we go....to Iodine or not to Iodine....lol! Seriously though......lets discuss Iodine in its glory:
What type is best: potassium iodine only
Where can you find it? This can be a tough one.....
How to test for deficiency... scratch skin test and or hair analysis is best
What are the many many health benefits of Iodine? MANY!
There are soooo many benefits to Iodine.....did you know that if you take Lugols at the first sign of infection it can help to destroy viruses, bacteria, etc.? How about at the first signs of food poisoning to neutralize toxins?
Lets roll on this one with everyone joining in.
What type is best: potassium iodine only
Where can you find it? This can be a tough one.....
How to test for deficiency... scratch skin test and or hair analysis is best
What are the many many health benefits of Iodine? MANY!
There are soooo many benefits to Iodine.....did you know that if you take Lugols at the first sign of infection it can help to destroy viruses, bacteria, etc.? How about at the first signs of food poisoning to neutralize toxins?
Lets roll on this one with everyone joining in.
Just a short (?) note, I am new here but see that this is a rather old thread. I may not be able to post much but here is the info I have for now.
Armour Dessicated Thyroid -- the company had produced another formula with a cellulose content that many people did not find effective. So the company went back to the original (or better) formula and now it is as good as it was previously.
Iodine -- I heard on a radio health show interview with Dr. David Brownstein that iodine deficiency was a major cause of problems, and I purchased Iodoral at the local compounding pharmacy. 180 tablets of 12.5 mg for $50.00 in October 2011, comprised of iodine 5mg and iodide (potassium salt) 7.5mg.
I took one tab and after a while noticed a slight "flush" of warmth which went away. I am a small person and have given up nasty chemicals, preservatives and colorings in my food, and drink mostly water (distilled with sea salt added for trace minerals) so any changes are readily noticed.
I think this will be helpful.
Best to all.
Armour Dessicated Thyroid -- the company had produced another formula with a cellulose content that many people did not find effective. So the company went back to the original (or better) formula and now it is as good as it was previously.
Iodine -- I heard on a radio health show interview with Dr. David Brownstein that iodine deficiency was a major cause of problems, and I purchased Iodoral at the local compounding pharmacy. 180 tablets of 12.5 mg for $50.00 in October 2011, comprised of iodine 5mg and iodide (potassium salt) 7.5mg.
I took one tab and after a while noticed a slight "flush" of warmth which went away. I am a small person and have given up nasty chemicals, preservatives and colorings in my food, and drink mostly water (distilled with sea salt added for trace minerals) so any changes are readily noticed.
I think this will be helpful.
Best to all.
Could someone give me an answer to my post 3 or 4 posts above. I'd really appreciate an answer. Thanks
Thanks for your comment, allmymarbles! I appreciate knowing your Lugol's protocol. I had an appt with my practitioner following my last post, and have a better understanding of her method. She's following research by Brownstein regarding iodine malabsorption and deficiency. First, a background on me: I'm 50, premenopausal, diagnosed as hypo, symptoms and recent breast thermogram showed obvious overall estrogen dominance and the thermogram and follow up ultrasound revealed abnormal vascular growth in one region, AND I haven't been absorbing iodine. Sort of a "perfect storm" scenario for thyroid and breast disease. Brownstein found successful iodine absorption with patients who took 3000mg of vitamin C with the large dose of iodine for a period of three to six months. I'm on a few other supplements too which the practitioner feels are helpful, and I am consuming sea vegetables every few days. Follow up testing will be done in two more months, with hopeful resolution of the thermogram findings and hypo.
The practitioner approved a prescription for 5% Lugol's and I was going to use that sometimes in place of the capsules, so I appreciate seeing your protocol. And I agree with you that eating organic is best. Thanks again!
The practitioner approved a prescription for 5% Lugol's and I was going to use that sometimes in place of the capsules, so I appreciate seeing your protocol. And I agree with you that eating organic is best. Thanks again!
Sounds like she really loaded you up on iodine. I take the equivalent of 4 drops of 5% Lugol's weekly. That is only about double the dose that a non-hypothyroid person of slender build would take. (I am a lightweight.) I am wary of large doses of anything. Slow and sure is better, even though it might take longer to get the result. But there is less of a shock to the system (and you don't have to be constantly tested to see if you are killing yourself). I only take about 500 mg of vitamin C. I use Morton's salt because it is a lot easier. Otherwise, everything else I eat is natural and organic.
No, I am not on any standard thyroid medication. My doctor gives me supplements that support thyroid function.
I was put on low dose of synthroid, 50 mcg, daily during the past few yrs. I have a fairly small thryoid nodule and the synthroid seems to be shrinking it. I have ultrasounds on it twice a year. I also have a-fib episodes every week or two lasting several hrs. I'm wondering if possibly iodine can be used in combination with synthroid to ward off an irregular heart rate. I also have terrible insomnia for which I am currently taking Ambien but would love to set that aside.
I never read past your post - there are so many - so this information may already be available. The normal supplement for iodine is 2 drops of 5% Lugol's per week (taken on separate days) if you are a light-weight, and 3 or 4 if you are larger. I take more than 2 because I am hypothyroid. One of the the most important benefits of having enough iodine is the restful sleep it provides. Until I took iodine I was a miserable insomniac.
Just reread my post from a minute ago, and noticed a mistake. The dose of iodine complex was two 25 mg capsules of iodine complex daily, for a total of 50 mg.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Hey, everyone. I am new to this community, and newly diagnosed as hypothyroid based on symptoms (50 yr old female with menopausal symptoms, weight gain, etc.) and the test for blood levels. TSH was 3.6, T4 0.86, and free T3 2.9. The practitioner suggested iodine deficiency so she put me on a daily dose 50 mg iodine complex capsules (5mg as molecular iodine, 5 mg as sodium iodide, and 2.5 mg as potassium iodide). After a few days I noticed my voice became hoarser, and I felt worse. I stopped the iodine. I suggested to the practitioner that maybe I didn't need all that iodine, so she had me do the iodine loading test (24 hr urine test). I excreted ALL of it, so she says I'm not absorbing any and must have a deficiency. She wants me to take 3000 mg of vitamin C daily for better absorption for two weeks and repeat the test.
I don't like supplements. I'm looking at food sources of iodine such as sea vegetables (Maine Coast Sea Vegetables) which I feel would be better absorbed than a supplement, plus they contain vitamin C naturally, which I would also like better than a pill! I've read lots online about the use of bladderwrack and dulse, wonder what are your thoughts? I should add that I am vegan. And I do use sea salt regularly.
Also, I'm thinking of trying the iodine patch test and wonder if anyone has tried that recently and if you think taking Lugol's worked for you. You all have more experience with this than I do, so I appreciate any help from you all!
I don't like supplements. I'm looking at food sources of iodine such as sea vegetables (Maine Coast Sea Vegetables) which I feel would be better absorbed than a supplement, plus they contain vitamin C naturally, which I would also like better than a pill! I've read lots online about the use of bladderwrack and dulse, wonder what are your thoughts? I should add that I am vegan. And I do use sea salt regularly.
Also, I'm thinking of trying the iodine patch test and wonder if anyone has tried that recently and if you think taking Lugol's worked for you. You all have more experience with this than I do, so I appreciate any help from you all!
Allmymarbles,
Are you on thyroid meds too?? If so what meds and how did it affect your doseage of the thyroid meds?
Thanks for the info.
Are you on thyroid meds too?? If so what meds and how did it affect your doseage of the thyroid meds?
Thanks for the info.
I haven't read through all the posts so I don't know if you already have this information. The standard supplement (5 per cent Lugol's), is two drops per week (let's say, one on Tuesday and one on Friday) if you are on the slender side, and three or four drops if you are a large person. I take more than the standard supplement because I am hypothyroid. As a bonus, if you are an insomniac, iodine may cure that.
My endo clinic made a huge lab mistake.
But I still have some weird things going on.
This did help me find a new GP that looks at thyroid free's, listens too. Seems to be open to treating the body as a whole - her own words. See how it goes.
Wish I could handle cytomel - tried it this time last year at minimal doses.
But I still have some weird things going on.
This did help me find a new GP that looks at thyroid free's, listens too. Seems to be open to treating the body as a whole - her own words. See how it goes.
Wish I could handle cytomel - tried it this time last year at minimal doses.
I will go take a look at your post of labs at the thyroid forum. :)
"How are you doing with your thyroid Moose?"
Was great till mid December when my TCL dessicated (an Armour generic) ran out forever. I switched to NT and having issues adjusting. I just posted some really wierd labs on the thyroid forum. The next few weeks will be interesting.
Was great till mid December when my TCL dessicated (an Armour generic) ran out forever. I switched to NT and having issues adjusting. I just posted some really wierd labs on the thyroid forum. The next few weeks will be interesting.
I have never done the skin patch test, but will soon. My antibody count is finally coming down....and I feel I am almost at full replacement dosage. I am now at 125mcg synthroid and 20 mcg Cytomel. I am finally not having the Hashi reactions as of late, and thyroid not swelling as much. Yeah!!!!!
When I am sure it is over, THEN I am going to try the Iodine protocols. It has soooo many benefits, and is awsome to use against pathogens of sorts. :)
How are you doing with your thyroid Moose?
When I am sure it is over, THEN I am going to try the Iodine protocols. It has soooo many benefits, and is awsome to use against pathogens of sorts. :)
How are you doing with your thyroid Moose?
This has got to be the most interesting thread on iodine I've ever read on medhelp. Read the whole thing, took an hour! To bad I have Hashimoto - chicken to try iodine.
I did have a topical iodine 'paint on' test above the hip 1 1/2 years ago. I dont know what kind of iodine it was. It was the brown stuff, reminded me of what they used on wounds as a kid in the 70's. My skin sucked it up in 8 hours. I was on synthyroid for 9 years at the time.
It would be interseting to repeat that iodine 'paint on' , 'patch' whatever you call it test again , after being on dessicated thyroid for 10 months.
I did have a topical iodine 'paint on' test above the hip 1 1/2 years ago. I dont know what kind of iodine it was. It was the brown stuff, reminded me of what they used on wounds as a kid in the 70's. My skin sucked it up in 8 hours. I was on synthyroid for 9 years at the time.
It would be interseting to repeat that iodine 'paint on' , 'patch' whatever you call it test again , after being on dessicated thyroid for 10 months.
Could you also give us an update on your Iodine journey?? :)
Hi there.....just wondering if you could give us an update on how you are doing with your iodine supplementation. :)
I'm new to this group but not new to iodine therapy. I've supplemented on and off with iodine, and wondering how everyone is doing with their iodine therapy. Are there any updates?
We started with just one pill a day and that is what we are still taking of the iodine. The owner of Sunshine Corners said he is experimenting with a higher dose for weight lose. He takes 2 per day.
My husband really noticed a significant difference quickly. I saw changes in his mood in about 7 days. He had been depressed and not sleeping for about 2 months. That seem to change after about 1.5 weeks. Then the restless leg which was so out of control it kept me up all night most of our 21 year marriage stopped after 2 weeks taking the iodine.
I have not noticed any side effects.
elcyd posted: April 4, 2009 - several posts above this post is the study I had read that convinced me about diabetes and iodine. I went and purchased the iodine after a few weeks of research, I had read what elcyd (Medhelp) member posted above. Read it, it's very helpful.
Take care, and bless you.
My husband really noticed a significant difference quickly. I saw changes in his mood in about 7 days. He had been depressed and not sleeping for about 2 months. That seem to change after about 1.5 weeks. Then the restless leg which was so out of control it kept me up all night most of our 21 year marriage stopped after 2 weeks taking the iodine.
I have not noticed any side effects.
elcyd posted: April 4, 2009 - several posts above this post is the study I had read that convinced me about diabetes and iodine. I went and purchased the iodine after a few weeks of research, I had read what elcyd (Medhelp) member posted above. Read it, it's very helpful.
Take care, and bless you.
Thank you for sharing your wonderfully,inspirational story.
Please tell me how you started the iodine and what dose?? Did you add it in slowly and titrate upward in dose?? And what dose do you take now?? How long til you significant difference?? I see you mentioned about 2 weeks your husband noticed a difference, Yes??
Any side effects you do not like??
Thanks again so much for all this valuable information. And I guess I missed the post on the 320 lb lady... where was that info.??
Good luck and god bless.
K.
I AM SO SORRY for not replying sooner!!!!!!! I was busy reading all the marvelous replies on here I didn't see the question for me. I did see the article/protocol posted on here of the 320 lb woman admitted to the ER, that is the information I read that helped me make some decisions about iodine and enzymes for my husband and his diabetes.
So the brand we take: Iodoral High Potency Iodine Potassium Iodide Supplement, $55.00 for a six month supply.
My husband was diagnosed with diabetes February 19, 2009. He was so sick with restless leg, couldn't sleep for months, his stomach ached all the time. He takes Metformin for his diabetes. The pharmacist told me Metformin blocks sugars in food and basically the foods he eats sits in his stomach and rots. I was so upset I started not sleeping and feeling so unwell.
I got to Sunshine Corners Health Food Store in Kent Washington, an excellent source and family owned. I started describing the symptoms my husband was having. The first thing they said was "Iodine" I was so confused. I had never heard of this supplement. The owner started explaining how it was taken out of salt and foods back in the 40's and 50's because they thought it was causing cancer. Then there was such a rise in breast cancer and other cancers. In addition it helps regulate blood sugars so can aid in controlling weight, energy. So I thought we'd give it a try. With in 2 weeks my husband was sleeping. His mood changed. He was more energetic. His restless leg had stopped completely. My husband prior to to diabetes NEVER took a prescription medication or a supplement. He never misses his Iodine, VitD2000, or Essential Enzyme. He is a different person. He went to his doctor and his A1C dropped to 6%, and his blood sugar which was running 170+ was now 130. His doctor was in shock.
Here is what he takes:
Vitamine D 2000 Natures Life Natural Cholecalciferol Bone Health
Iodine Iododoral
Essential Enzyme Source Naturals Digestive Aid 500 mg.
Metformin
I have FM and have had chronic pain for 15 years, 7 surgeries on my spine.
I take the Vitamin D 2000, Iodine, Essential Enzyme, Astragulas the minute I start to feel sick, and/or Grapefruit Seed Extract to boost my immune system. I have lost 21 pounds in the last 6 months. Something I have been unable to do in over 12 years. I started a light exercise routine in the pool at the local gym. I was able to do that after taking the Iodine. I felt more natural energy.
I hope this helps. We are all so different but we take so many prescriptions I am a huge advocate of looking at natural supplements. I don't believe in taking handfuls of supplements, I never did. But I believe in finding the right mix for your needs can be so beneficial. I am determined to make my husband well. He was never over weight, never sick in any way. This diagnosis was so hard on him. I promised him we'd reverse it and there are studies saying it can be done. We always listen to the doctors but ALWAYS research what else is out there. Be open minded to other ways.
I love this forum!!!!! Take care everyone. Annette
So the brand we take: Iodoral High Potency Iodine Potassium Iodide Supplement, $55.00 for a six month supply.
My husband was diagnosed with diabetes February 19, 2009. He was so sick with restless leg, couldn't sleep for months, his stomach ached all the time. He takes Metformin for his diabetes. The pharmacist told me Metformin blocks sugars in food and basically the foods he eats sits in his stomach and rots. I was so upset I started not sleeping and feeling so unwell.
I got to Sunshine Corners Health Food Store in Kent Washington, an excellent source and family owned. I started describing the symptoms my husband was having. The first thing they said was "Iodine" I was so confused. I had never heard of this supplement. The owner started explaining how it was taken out of salt and foods back in the 40's and 50's because they thought it was causing cancer. Then there was such a rise in breast cancer and other cancers. In addition it helps regulate blood sugars so can aid in controlling weight, energy. So I thought we'd give it a try. With in 2 weeks my husband was sleeping. His mood changed. He was more energetic. His restless leg had stopped completely. My husband prior to to diabetes NEVER took a prescription medication or a supplement. He never misses his Iodine, VitD2000, or Essential Enzyme. He is a different person. He went to his doctor and his A1C dropped to 6%, and his blood sugar which was running 170+ was now 130. His doctor was in shock.
Here is what he takes:
Vitamine D 2000 Natures Life Natural Cholecalciferol Bone Health
Iodine Iododoral
Essential Enzyme Source Naturals Digestive Aid 500 mg.
Metformin
I have FM and have had chronic pain for 15 years, 7 surgeries on my spine.
I take the Vitamin D 2000, Iodine, Essential Enzyme, Astragulas the minute I start to feel sick, and/or Grapefruit Seed Extract to boost my immune system. I have lost 21 pounds in the last 6 months. Something I have been unable to do in over 12 years. I started a light exercise routine in the pool at the local gym. I was able to do that after taking the Iodine. I felt more natural energy.
I hope this helps. We are all so different but we take so many prescriptions I am a huge advocate of looking at natural supplements. I don't believe in taking handfuls of supplements, I never did. But I believe in finding the right mix for your needs can be so beneficial. I am determined to make my husband well. He was never over weight, never sick in any way. This diagnosis was so hard on him. I promised him we'd reverse it and there are studies saying it can be done. We always listen to the doctors but ALWAYS research what else is out there. Be open minded to other ways.
I love this forum!!!!! Take care everyone. Annette
Hi Laura,
Can you give me any info on the conference and the Dr in Texas ( I live there). If you have to PM it would be okay...
I would love to know where he/she is located and research them too.Thanks for any help.
Happy Holidays!
Can you give me any info on the conference and the Dr in Texas ( I live there). If you have to PM it would be okay...
I would love to know where he/she is located and research them too.Thanks for any help.
Happy Holidays!
Hi! Yes can you tall us what kind you are taking and the protocol you followed when starting?
I have Hashimoto's and still contemplating taking it. But as I near complete destruction of my thyroid, I am more seriously thinking about doing this. A friend of mine who is a Dr, attended an educational seminar this week, and he ended up in a class taught by a Dr from Texas. This Dr uses Iodine with many patients, including ones with Hashimoto's. So needless to say I got a wealth of information, and now even more interested in people's success stories! :)
I have Hashimoto's and still contemplating taking it. But as I near complete destruction of my thyroid, I am more seriously thinking about doing this. A friend of mine who is a Dr, attended an educational seminar this week, and he ended up in a class taught by a Dr from Texas. This Dr uses Iodine with many patients, including ones with Hashimoto's. So needless to say I got a wealth of information, and now even more interested in people's success stories! :)
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