iodine info needed

Hopeful · Post by **Hopeful** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 10:51 am

I have seen references in our discussions about supplementing with iodine. I think Gabes refers to this. I have done a little research and see the value of this supplementation.

Can someone suggest some good sources?

Also, how do you do a "search" of topics like this on the forum?

JFR · Post by **JFR** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 11:26 am

Hopeful,

I don't take iodine supplements. Instead I use flaked seaweed, about a tsp a day, mixed in with various things. I always put some in my bone broth and I sprinkle it over cooked vegetables along with coconut oil. This is the kind I have been using:

http://www.seaveg.com/shop/index.php?ma ... cts_id=100

Jean

Post by **tex** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 12:57 pm

Hopeful,

To search the archives, simply click on the big red link above these posts that says, "Search The Archives of This Discussion Board", and enter the key words that you want to search for. Be sure to select the "Search for all terms" option if you want to limit the search to threads that contain all of your keywords. You can further limit the search to specific forums if you wish, but you may miss some good posts that way. Then just click on the "Search" button to see a list of "hits".

Tex

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 1:43 pm

The lingual version of iodine i am using is a practitioner only range produced in Australia

quick search on iHerb reveals loads of results
http://www.iherb.com/search?kw=iodine&x=0&y=0#p=1

I buy the 'now foods' brand of other products from iHerb and thus far the products are very good

http://www.iherb.com/Now-Foods-Potassiu ... null&ic=17

quite a few drop/liquid products there as well.

Hopeful · Post by **Hopeful** » Sun Nov 02, 2014 3:24 pm

Thanks, guys. I'll search the archives AND check out Gabe's websites.

AnnW · Post by **AnnW** » Mon Nov 03, 2014 7:10 pm

Potassium iodide in plain water is usually a pretty safe supplement. A word of caution: Iodine should not be supplemented by those on thyroid hormone therapy.
Dr. Ann

UkuleleLady · Post by **UkuleleLady** » Sat Nov 08, 2014 12:55 pm

I was just researching iodine supplementation, being that I don't eat many high-iodine foods and I don't use iodized salt... anyway, Chris Kessler and others have suggested that if one chooses to supplement, selenium should be taken concurrently.

Dr. Ann do you have anything to say about this?

Here is where I read it. I am considering just eating some seaweed now and then and brazil nuts for selenium, not sure if that's a good strategy. I am not sure if I want to start any more supps.

Nancy

http://chriskresser.com/selenium-the-mi ... thyroidism

http://chriskresser.com/iodine-for-hypo ... -on-a-fire

JFR · Post by **JFR** » Sat Nov 08, 2014 2:55 pm

I eat a few Brazil nuts every day and add about a tsp of seaweed flakes to sauteed greens with coconut oil daily. I assume it is beneficial. It doesn't seem to have any bad effects. I too don't use iodized salt.

Jean

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sat Nov 08, 2014 4:48 pm

Nancy
you might have to PM Ann, not sure if she is visiting the forum as much at the moment

Synergistic nutrients for Iodine:
B3, B Complex, and Vit C, copper, magnesium, tyrosine, selenium and zinc.

you might need a bit more than just selenium to ensure you are optimising iodine absorption and function.

UkuleleLady · Post by **UkuleleLady** » Sat Nov 08, 2014 6:52 pm

Thanks Jean & Gabes!

Hugs,
Nancy