Comments on: Function of Iodine: Why do I need Iodine?

By: Dominic Speirs

Dominic Speirs — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 08:22:26 +0000

Good article apart from the dosing suggestions. 150mcg is a the bare minimum amount required to prevent goiter and doesn’t take into account the fact that, as continually repeated through this article, EVERY cell needs iodine. I use both nascent and lugols solutions and will typically take 200-300 MG!! Per day.
Research this subject as it’s so important – you need to know all the other stuff to take with higher doses of iodine such as selenium and watch for detox symptoms as iodine gets rid of toxins from the body.

By: Alan I, CCN, CCK

Alan I, CCN, CCK — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:42:20 +0000

I am replying to Skyler Davis and I agree. I am an Iodine Literate Health Practitioner in Pennsylvania whose Mentor was Dr. David Brownstein, in the use of Iodine. I would recommend to all that are even casually interested in the “importance of Iodine” in the Human Body to check on all the Internet videos from other Iodine Literate Practitioners such as Dr. David Brownstein, Dr. Jorge Flechas, Dr. Sherry Tenpenny, or Dr. Eric Berg for starters.

By: Skyler Davis

Skyler Davis — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 18:52:29 +0000

I take nascent iodine, and have reaped great benefits from it. I take roughly 2,000 mcg a day and have experiences high energy levels, an increased metabolism, and a clearer mind. I also know of a few others that have had the same experience. Even most iodine-rich foods don’t contain enough iodine anymore to experience to real benefits of iodine. Iodine has been gradually taken out of processed foods for some reason or another and been replaced by iodine-sapping ingredients. Maybe on a very rare occasion someone will respond negatively to iodine, but that’s most likely from taking way too much or a bad quality iodine.

By: sharyn petterson

sharyn petterson — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 07:14:56 +0000

I am thyrotoxic even tho’ I don’t have a thyroid. My Doctor wont check my iodine levels.

Regards sharyn

By: PAULINE

PAULINE — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:19:54 +0000

i really like your advice as i have leaned a lot about iodine,that shows that any body need iodine to survive which means good diet is very important in your well being.

By: Leonard

Leonard — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:19:12 +0000

I learn a lot of Gud & Important thingz about Iodine! !

By: Lior

Lior — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:43:15 +0000

Thanks for your comment, Dene. You’re right that in many cases it is absolutely fine to take an iodine supplement, but on a few rare occasions it may be problematic. When you say to do the research – I have. I read about “Iodine-induced hyperthyroidism (IIH)” during my studies for my nutrition degree in the Human Nutrition and Dietetics textbook by Garrow et al. In addition, if you search “iodine-induced thyrotoxicosis” or “iodine induced hyperthyroidism” or “iodine-induced thyroiditis” or “iodine induced graves disease” or “iodine induced thyroid storm” you’ll find several people writing on this.

A good journal article on the subject is:
Leung & Braverman 2012, Iodine-induced thyroid dysfunction, Curr Opin Endocrinol Diabetes Obes. 2012 Oct; 19(5): 414–419.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5661998/

Yes, iodine will not have this effect on everyone, but for those with hints of a tendency for autoimmunity, it’s quite important to consider.

On a more anecdotal level of evidence, our commenter, Scott says he experienced some side effects after taking iodine, and I personally know a lady who began suffering from Grave’s disease (hyperthyroidism) directly following a couple months of iodine supplementation (albeit at a much higher dose than the recommended 150mcg a day – I believe she took about 300-700mcg a day). In addition there was a case in 2009 where a soy milk containing excessive iodine was linked to people developing hyperthyroid problems. (link: http://efoodalert.blogspot.com/2009/12/excess-iodine-prompts-international.html). Although not conclusive yet, if there is even a small risk that a supplement can trigger autoimmune disease (particularly for those with a family history of autoimmune diseases), I’d prefer a more careful and cautious approach. For this reason, I personally would avoid high dose iodine supplements completely, although if circumstances require it I would recommend iodine-rich foods, and if blood tests clear the client of autoimmune tendencies, low dose iodine supplements may be appropriate for a limited period of time, and I would monitor the situation with regular follow-up blood tests.

By: Dene

Dene — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:48:41 +0000

I really liked this article until the end where the writer recommends not supplementing. Education is most important instead of including fear based opinion. There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking an iodine supplement. Do the research, ask your doctor and use common sense.

By: scott

scott — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:28:10 +0000

i wish i read this before i took an iodine supplement. since then my heart rate has been elevated and i been feeling jittery..

By: Minnie Rozelle

Minnie Rozelle — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 06:29:30 +0000

Thanks a lot for sharing this with all folks you really know what you’re talking about! Bookmarked!