In The Case Of Deficiency, You Solution Lies In Iodine Derivatives

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By Stephen Smith


Iodine, as contained in all good iodine supplements, is a trace element that is essential to overall good health. Your thyroid gland, which produces thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), requires this mineral to work effectively. The hormones produced by the thyroid regulate the bodies overall metabolism and also help in regulating other hormones produced by the body. These hormones help out in the circulatory and nervous systems, support mental and physical growth and may even help prevent hearing loss in children. So, if you have any thyroid related problem, you are most likely going to rely on the iodine derivatives. You need to get your supply from trusted suppliers.

The iodine element is one of the most important minerals, especially with regards to thyroid health. Many people with a thyroid condition have its deficiency, and until this deficiency is addressed, there is very little chance of having their health restored through a natural thyroid treatment protocol. The reason for this is because the element's deficiency is necessary for the formation of thyroid hormone. So if someone is deficient in the element, this frequently will result in a hypothyroid condition.

There are too many variables with autoimmune thyroid disease that must be thoroughly evaluated before beginning its supplementation due to the fact that it can make this condition much worse. This element suppresses antibody production giving the illusion that the condition is improving.

Rather than put yourself on an iodine loading protocol, it's a good idea to speak with an expert. More and more people with Graves' Disease are consulting with natural endocrine doctors since most endocrinologists and general practitioners would not recommend such a protocol or any natural treatment methods for that matter.

During pregnancy, the dose is increased to 175 micrograms and then 200 micrograms when breastfeeding. These recommendations were based on preventing goiters but not on optimal thyroid function and the synthesis of T4 and T3. The element was added to flour in the 1960s which provided a small dose per slice of bread.

As someone who has suffered from hypothyroidism for many years and didn't realize the link with the element until recently, my first instinct was to get as much iodine as I could... DON'T... As this could leave you very, very dead! Instead, do as recommended and increase your daily intake or purchase a good multi-vitamin from the pharmacist, which contains the RDA.

Like its deficiency, too much of it can also be very devastating to your body, including causing permanent damage to the brain and intestines. However, it is safe to say that it is highly unlikely that the overdose would be possible through food intake alone but caused by taking too many supplements.

So if your diet does not provide enough elements you need to turn to its supplements which are normally derived from seaweed and available in both capsule, tablet, and liquid forms. Each usually contains about 150mcg and is the preferred form for use in treating low thyroid conditions. For those simply wanting a daily supplement un-standardized kelp is usually adequate. Of course, as usual, consult with your health advisor before taking any kind of supplement.




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