The Importance Of Iodine Derivatives As A Solution To Deficiency

By Stephen Smith


Since the human body contains about 20 to 30 mg of iodine and 75% of that is contained in the thyroid gland, it should not be any surprise that the thyroid needs iodine in order to function properly. When it doesn't have enough it is unable to produce sufficient amounts of thyroid hormone which can result in weight gain, poor concentration, depression, low energy, blood sugar fluctuations and a host of other symptoms. Clearly, having enough iodine derivatives is important.

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.

However, many people with hyperthyroidism also have its deficiency as well. In fact, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune hyperthyroid condition, and I was iodine deficient and therefore had to supplement with iodide. So regardless of what type of thyroid condition you have, it is essential to receive the proper testing to confirm whether or not you are deficient in this extremely important mineral.




About the Author:



Aucun commentaire:

Enregistrer un commentaire