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Supplementing
Safely with  Iodine

Supplementing Safely with  Iodine/Iodide

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Our products are designed and  labeled to  be used  under the supervision  of health  care  professionals.

The average  daily intake of iodine  in  Japan  has  been  close to  13  mg.  Some islanders  have consumed  a diet containing  as much  as  50 -100  mg. of iodine for centuries with  no  known side  effects.

Since the  RDA in the US is  only  150 mcg.  Some people have concerns about taking  higher levels of iodine/iodide supplementation.   Endocrinologist Guy Abraham,  M.D. calls it MEDICAL IODOPHOBIA.
Various  iodine solutions and  iodine tablets for internal  use  have been  used in the  US with  a  good  safety record for over 150 years. According to_Dr. Abraham the  average healthy  150  pounds  male or female body may hold as much  as 1,500 mg.  of iodine (when supplementing with  high  doses of iodine).  Before the age of prescription  antibiotic drugs, some infections and  COPD were treated with doses that ranged from  900 mg. to more than 3,000 mg. with very few side effects. (Source:  8/6/2006  presentation  by cardiac surgeon  and  Professor of Surgery of U.  of Washington,  Donald Miller)

There are some symptoms and concerns for you to be aware of. Supplemental doses of iodine/iodide may cause symptoms  like  runny nose,  red  eyes,  increased  salivation,  sneezing,  sinus headache,  and  metal taste in the  mouth. This is called "iodism" and  simply means that the dose is too  high. A temporary hyperthyroid  condition  may also be experienced.  Reduce the supplemental dose and the symptoms should disappear.

In addition,  iodine supplementation  can  cause  halides and toxic metals  like mercury,  lead  and  cadmium to  be released from the body.  During this process you may experience fatigue,  muscle aches, fever,  diarrhea,  brain fog and other symptoms. These symptoms  may  be minimized  by slowing  down the  detox process,  by reducing the dose,  by utilizing nutritional  support,  proper diet,  and  by increasing  pure water intake.

Some  people express an "allergy" to iodine.   Although  this  may be true,  it is not as  common  as one might expect since these individuals  react to organic iodine in  shellfish,  seaweeds,  etc.   They may also  react to  radioactive contrast material and  contrast agents. These substances contain other materials that may exacerbate the reaction.
                                                                                                                                                              
Comments: Testing the skin with  a  drop  of inorganic iodine may be  a very helpful  precaution when iodine sensitivity is suspected. Watch for redness or skin irritation. The second step would be to start with a very small dose.  e.g. insert one drop in  a  glass of water or a  16  oz.  bottle,  mix well,  and then take one tablespoon  Of the solution for three days  before increasing the quantity.

Dr. Abraham  indicated that thyroid  suppression with  high  iodine supplementation  should  not be a concern  unless one reaches daily  levels of 100  mg.  or higher.  Since iodine  potentiates  hormone  activity,  individuals who take thyroid hormones,  as well  as other forms of hormone  replacement,  should  be evaluated for adjusting their hormonal  intake.

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Jonathan V. Wright,  M.D„ who has used saturated solution of potassium iodide for some 30 years with various applications and with great success, seems to agree that it is rare to see thyroid suppression even in ranges up to 150 mg.  However,  such cases do exist and when patients report persistent fatigue or gradual decrease in energy level,  basal metabolism should be evaluated and the dose should  be adjusted accordingly.

Some physicians determine iodine deficiency by a simple skin test where a drop of iodine is applied to the skin and allowed to dry. If the color fades and almost disappears within a few hours a deficiency is highly probable. Dr.  Guy Abraham developed a more accurate test called the iodine-loading (urine) test that is described in Dr. Brownstein's book (see below).

Our iodine products were designed for use under the supervision  of health care professionals. If you are experiencing any discomfort, or unusual symptoms that are not alleviated by simply following the above safety tips, please contact the health care consultant that provided you with this product. We value your opinion and your experience with our product(s). If you have something to share, please call, write, or send an e-mail to hhpmail@aol.com. Thank you for your patronage.

Source material
Iodine, Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It ,  by  David Brownstein, M.D.  (Medical  Alternative Press, 2008)
Visit www.drbrowinstein.com  
Nutritional & Healing, Newsletter by Jonathan V. Wright, M.lD. 11/02
Breast Cancer and Iodine,  by  David Derry,  M.D„  Ph.D.  (Trafford, 2001)
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