Iodine Anyone? page 286

[Grizz]

The 2nd National Iodine Conference, “Recent Advances in the Use of Iodine in Medical Practice” was a two-day gathering of many of the leaders in the iodine field recently held in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Highlights of the 2nd Conference
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* an estimated 95 percent of individuals deficient are in iodine
* iodine deficiency is the underlying problem—or one of the main problems—responsible for the high rate of cancer (particularly breast, lung, prostate and ovary) as well as the high rate of autoimmune disorders we are seeing in this country. Iodine deficiency is truly a national problem.
* Dr. Eskin made it clear iodine deficiency induces the earliest form of malignant changes in the breast—dysplasia. Iodine deficiency also makes existing cancer more aggressive. He presented research that iodine deficiency increases the size of breast tumors, while iodine replacement reduces their size. Iodine was also shown to inhibit tumor proliferation and to modulate the estrogen receptors in the breast and lessen negative estrogen influence on cancer formation and the spread of cancer cells.
* Dr. Miller: A huge number of our children (more than 30 percent according to the CDC) are currently being affected by fluoride poisoning, which can manifest as dental fluorosis. He also reviewed the manifestations of fluoride poisoning that include arthritis, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and an increased risk of cancer. iodine functions as a strong antioxidant. Iodine was also shown to induce death in lung cancer cells.
* Dr. Shevin: The most interesting part of the case histories was when he showed how he treated a detox reaction from iodine with sea salt. Dr. Shevin reported from the literature that salt was the treatment of choice to treat bromine toxicity from years past. Many people are exposed to bromine through dietary sources. He felt that iodine use in some will trigger a bromine detox reaction that can be managed by using more sea salt in the diet.
Iodine
Someplace there is a DVD available from this conference.

Grizz

[Grizz]

I just ran into this fascinating article at the CureZone:

Some obvious mistakes and gross errors, but still an interesting article:
Function of Iodine: Why do I need Iodine?

Can you spot the gross errors?

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[Grizz]

Dr. Michael B. Schachter says, “The treatment dose when a person is iodine insufficient is generally between 12.5 mg and 50 mg daily. Preliminary research indicates that if a person is iodine insufficient, it takes about 3 months to become iodine sufficient while ingesting a dosage of 50 mg of iodine and a year to become iodine sufficient while ingesting a dosage of 12.5 mg of iodine daily. However, the patient needs to be monitored closely with awareness of possible side effects and detoxification reactions.” This is quite a bit of iodine and if his statements can be substantiated then most people are using dosages which are much too low.
Rest of the article here:
Iodine Dosages and Treatments – IMVA » Dosages

Grizz

[Gwynn]

Have we discussed Nascent Iodine? That is referenced in the above article. Sounds interesting, though expensive.

[DinoHunter]

Have we discussed Nascent Iodine? That is referenced in the above article. Sounds interesting, though expensive.

I looked it up. Its prohibitivly exspensive, exspecially when you work out the dosage.. And dosont look like it containes iodide (although I could be wrong on that)

[Gwynn]

I looked it up. Its prohibitivly exspensive, exspecially when you work out the dosage.. And dosont look like it containes iodide (although I could be wrong on that)

You are not kidding! 29.00 plus for one ounce of 2%.

[asmitty]

Hey guys,

I have an autoimmune disease. Also, I have been on the paleo diet for about 1.5 months now. This website is an invaluable resource . When I read Grizz's post on Iodine deficiency I realized I suffer from most of the symptoms listed. I want to make sure I attack this properly.

I was planning on getting T3, and rT3 tested. Also, I plan to keep a temperature record. If I have hypothyroid as I expect....two questions?

The dosing instructions for detoxification according to the Iodine bible are up to 50mg per day. Does anyone have research supporting the safety of this? I am a bit worried because that's about 50x the upper limit for iodine toxicity. And, would tracking ones temperature be sufficient to mitigate my concerns? Thank you

[Grizz]

asmitty,
I suggest you download the latest Guide here:
Iodine | Stepping Stones Living, LLC
which discusses autoimmune disease, and take ALL of the required supplements.

Also if you are concerned, be certain to read StopTheThyroidMadness
Grizz

[asmitty]

Wonderful. Thank you Grizz

[Owl]

Hey guys,

I have an autoimmune disease. Also, I have been on the paleo diet for about 1.5 months now. This website is an invaluable resource . When I read Grizz's post on Iodine deficiency I realized I suffer from most of the symptoms listed. I want to make sure I attack this properly.

I was planning on getting T3, and rT3 tested. Also, I plan to keep a temperature record. If I have hypothyroid as I expect....two questions?

The dosing instructions for detoxification according to the Iodine bible are up to 50mg per day. Does anyone have research supporting the safety of this? I am a bit worried because that's about 50x the upper limit for iodine toxicity. And, would tracking ones temperature be sufficient to mitigate my concerns? Thank you

I am taking 50mg of Iodoral a day right now. I am also hypothyroid, on T3 and NatureThroid. My temp has gone up from 97.8 to 98.2 from the iodine, although I have not had to adjust my meds yet. I do not have Hashi's. Your temp and your heart rate are what you want to monitor at home to make sure you don't go hyperthyroid. With an AI, make sure you take the selenium for at least a month before starting iodine.