Iodine Rescue
Supportive Function:
Goiter; hypothyroidism; hyperthyroidism; any thyroid dysfunction; cholesterol; inflammation; free radicals (acts as antioxidant); estrogen dominance; female problems due to estrogen dominance; FBD; mental performance; optimal function of many glands.
Ingredients:
Each tablet contains: Potassium Iodide 16.35mg which yields 12.5mg iodine; Also contains 40mg colloidal silica.
Vegetarian: Yes
Quantity: 90 Tablets
Suggested Dosage:
1 tablet daily or as directed.
Contraindications:
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has issued a position statement on the rarity of a true iodine allergic reaction. They state that people who react to iodine-containing intravenous contrast material, skin preparations and shell fish are reacting allergically to a component other than the iodine (position statement, Feb. 24, 2004).
Potential adverse effects related to iodide include: Thyrotoxicosis; iodine-induced goiter; brassy taste; increased salivation; coryza (symptoms of head cold); sneezing; headache; mild acneiform lesions in the seborrheic areas. Since bromine toxicity is common (bromine replaced iodine in breads and other bakery items in the 70's and most people are exposed to high levels), there may be symptoms of bromine detox. Detoxification consists of mobilization, binding and removal.
If symptoms of Detoxification occur, reducing the dosage (reduces mobilization) and increasing nutritional support helps (Nutri-West's Total Systemic Detox, Total Liver D-Tox, Total Green (protein powder), Complete Omega 3 Essentials are all good detox products).
Iodine intake has fallen over 50% in the U.S. over the last 30 years. During this same time, major increases in diabetes, hypertension, obesity, breast and thyroid cancer, and other thyroid disorders, have been reported. It appears to us that iodine deficiency, not iodine excess may be responsible for the increase of these conditions" (Dr. Guy Abraham, MD).
Drug interactions Because of the high iodine content of the drug amiodarone, the thyroid gland is effectively saturated, thus preventing further uptake of isotopes of iodine. Supplementing with additional iodine is generally not warranted.
With any nutritional supplementation, careful monitoring, individualized doses, proper follow-up visits and lab testing can help minimize adverse effects.
What if I'm on thyroid meds? Once the body iodine stores are replete, a lower dose or complete cessation of the medication is possible (consult your physician). Lab tests are suggested for monitoring. What if TSH levels go up? Please keep in mind that the need for more iodine symporters (to bring iodine into the cell) during iodine repletion can temporarily raise TSH levels (because TSH functions to increase the symporters). This can occur for up to six months after iodine supplementation, especially when the deficiency was more pronounced and should not be a concern when other lab parameters are normal.
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