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Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 02/06/2023
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This iodine detox really takes it out of ya! I suppose, it's the dislodging of bromides which are used as a sedative and even to induce coma. Some days I feel super good but most are "blah" and all I want to do is sleep. I suppose that will be for another month of two...crikeys! But it's to be expected since I've never taken iodine before and have probably been soaking up and storing bromides since the advent of their commercial uses...
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Replied By Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/21/2023

I've been doing doses of iodine every once in a while but I REALLY don't like that bromine backlash. They gave me valium when I was in the hospital so I'd be rested for surgery and it is NOTHING like that. The valium was more like a happy sleep and drowsiness but that bromine crap - crikeys. It's just plain horrid.

I'd kinda like to get my hands on whomever decided it's okay to spread such monstrous concoctions all over the place...which makes me even more angry because I'm not that sort of person and the very idea that I can be made to feel that way is extremely unsettling.

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Replied By Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/23/2023

Crikeys! Getting rid of bromine is like a Catch-22 thing. It's like dislodging a sedative with a bad edge to it but, at the same time, you want it out of you - I'm going to bed. And hope I can just sleep through it.

I cut the dose way back but just used straight KI. I think it might be speeding things up a bit so - THAT would be good. Yuck.

Replied By Leah (Ireland) on 09/02/2023

Hi Cindy, just wondering how have you been? Are you still doing the detox? Did you take the recommended supplements with Iodine? Also, salt loading can apparently help with detox.
I have just increased my LI dosage slowly to 15mg, and now I have throat pain and feeling like something is stuck there. Feeling like I'm getting a flu, and so tired.. Not sure if this is detox or am I harming my thyroid. I have normal levels of thyroid hormones, but I do have high antibodies. Scared to continue, and is so hard to find a doctor to help me guide through this. My GP is useless, she told me I shouldn't worry because all of my hormones are normal, even though I have these high antibodies, and my iodine urine levels also came back really low. Any thoughts much appreciated. Cheers, Leah

Replied By mmsg (somewhere, europe ) on 09/04/2023

Leah, maybe try to get your iodine by painting it on your skin? On the soles of your feet?

Replied By Share (Seattle) on 09/04/2023

Hi Leah,

A few thoughts about your situation:

1. When you say high antibody levels I am assuming TPO Ab (Thyroid Peroxidase Ab) & Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TgAb). If so, elevated levels of these antibodies are the definitive test for Hashimoto's, a serious autoimmune condition. Taking high doses of iodine with this condition are contraindicated, at first - it can make the condition worse.

Best to see a naturopath or holistic physician who specialize in thyroid conditions to help you resolve & navigate this condition. Often, a person starts out hyperthyroid and ends up hypothyroid with Hashimoto's.

Your symptoms may indicate iodine toxicity so I would definitely stop taking the 15 mg of Iodine - especially if you have Hashimoto's.

For those who are simply having iodine detox issues, one simply drops the iodine dose to low levels, wait for the symptoms to subside, and slowly build up the dose every other week or so.

In addition to the issues with Hashimoto's, many physicians who treat thyroid conditions have noticed that most Americans starting iodine have adverse reactions. This is because our toxicity levels are so much higher and the co-factors needed to utilize iodine are commonly deficient (e.g., Selenium, Zinc, B2, B3, Magnesium, Vitamin C, Sea Salt, healthy EFAs).

Before taking Iodine it is very important to first "prep" the body so that your thyroid can use the iodine which means taking the Iodine co-factors for a month. Then, start taking iodine at very low doses, under 1 mg, and slowly build up every week or two until you reach the desired dosage level.

And, it is fine to only take low daily doses of Iodine because the levels gradually build up in the tissues over time though, it will take longer to become iodine "sufficient". In general, it will take about a year to become iodine sufficient taking the standard dose 12.5 mg/day.

Detoxing the body during the "prep" is also very helpful.

Some people are very sensitive or allergic to iodine so they take Atomadine. Again, starting at a low dose and slowly increasing it.

Many have cleared Hashimoto's by eliminating all gluten, taking daily doses of selenium (must take the right form and dose), taking a special thyroid hormone preparation, taking the Iodine co-factors and eventually incorporating iodine into the regimen where they start with very low doses (under 1 mg) and slowly build up the dose.

Others have had other complications involving E. histolytica, mold and other infections that can cause or exacerbate Hashimoto's so these conditions need to be addressed.

Also note, there are many iodine formulations on the market that are toxic or adulterated. So, it is very important to find a high quality brand with a proven record (e.g., compounding pharmacy, etc...).

See the websites: https://stopthethyroidmadness.com

https://whyiodine.com

Wishing you the best in your health journey

Replied By Leah (Ireland) on 09/05/2023

Hi Share, Thank you so much for your reply. It is only my TGAB that are high, TPO ab are normal. I actually embarked on this whole journey because I want to start a family, so I wanted to do a detox, but that is when I found out about being iodine deficient and having high TGAB. This was 2 years ago now. Since my GP said I shouldn't worry, and the whole covid thing, I put it all aside as I was overwhelmed with the whole situation. But now, I am back on track, and my husband and I wanted to continue where we left off. Before that I want to be sure that my body is ready to bear a child and that my child will have all the necessary nutrients to grow strong and healthy. So, I've redone the thyroid test, and TGAB are lower now than they were 2 years ago, so I am hopeful. I am taking all the companion nutrients, however probably not for long enough. So for now, I have stopped with iodine few days ago (I was using Lugols Iodine 2%). But will include it maybe once per week in small dose for now and track my thyroid levels and antibodies. In my research I have come across lots of conflicting info when it comes to iodine and antibodies. Some people say stay away, while others say it helped them with Hashi and other thyroid issues. There is even one source which I found on this very site, says in case of antibodies, we are harming the thyroid with small iodine doses and should take higher doses to create iodolipids https://steppingstonesliving.com/hypothyroidism-hashimotos-iodine/, but I was too scared to try that. Maybe if I could find a doctor who could track all my hormones and everything, would be a different story, and I might be up for the high dose, but no luck in finding one so far. Thanks again and I will keep you updated. Cheers from sunny Dublin

Replied By Richard (Italy) on 06/22/2024

I have a few books on Iodine and one of the precursers to taking Iodine it is recommended to first take out any Bromine in the body. Bromine blocks the thyroid receptors and limits the uptake of Iodine. So, it could be that your dosae of Iodine could be less than you think. The recommended detox for Bromine is to take a quarter tea spoon of organic non-processed salt when you get up in the morning and then in the afternoon about 3-hours after eating lunch. Do this for about 7 to 10 days. Then start up with the Iodine. Many people tell me they had there blood tested for the concentration of Iodine and it was just fine, however they still have various symptoms related to Iodine deficientcy. This is typically because Bromine is blockin g the uptake of Iodine. Iodine and Bromine compete for the Thyroid receptors, so yes you can take more Iodine to help ride yourself from the Bromine but its a better idea to do the Salt cleans which should reduce your overall Iodine dosage. Another factor to consider is that the Powers that be are spraying Bromine in our atmosphere because they know that Bromine blocks the Thyroid receptors and as noted in one of my books concerning Iodine, there are many pathologies that are helped by taking Iodine on a regular basis. The pharmaceutical Industry realized this over one hundred years ago and created disinformation about Iodine in t´regards to Medical doctors education. One old example worth noting is this: In 1970 the US Federaal government decided to take out Iodine from salt, although there is very little Iodine in salt and you would never want to ingest salt that has been artificially laced with Iodine, it still was a basic source of Iodine for many people. At the same time Iodine was removed from Salt in 1970, the Powers that be decided to place Bromine into the bread supply (it makes the bread fluffy and soft). Ten years later women had the highest rate of breast cancer in the world. Was it an accident, I don't think so. Many health problems result from Iodine deficiency, which means more money for the Pharmaceutical industry. Another story to mention is that Iodine is a must for child brain development, the real research says the childs brain development is 15% to 20% better, translated into the child is much smarter. My son was receiving Iodine from conception, to birth and continues to take Iodine. He is one smart guy......Of course when you Google anything that really helps the body you will fined lots of disinformation. Follow the money and you will be able to decide who is lying to you.
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