8 Great Sources of Iodine

8 Great Sources of Iodine

A healthy diet is a great way to ensure you receive a good balance of the nutrients your body requires, including iodine — and you need to make sure you always have enough iodine. Your thyroid depends on it http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=33540 to function and it is the primary element of two essential hormones that regulate metabolic function. Without it, a myriad of problems can occur, including hypothyroidism http://dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=33674 and reductions in energy.



What are some of the best sources of iodine? http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=33650 In this case, the best place to start is the sea…

1. Sea Vegetables

Oceans contain most of the world’s naturally occurring iodine. As a result, many of the edible plants we harvest from our saltwater seas also contain healthy values of iodine. Dulse Seaweed, Kelp, Kombu, Nori, Sea Palm and Wakame contain iodine. [1] [2] Although these sea veggies offer varying amounts of iodine, they still top the list as one of the best sources for naturally occurring iodine.

2. Seafood

It’s important to be aware of the presence of toxic metals in some fish… unfortunate but true. And, depending on your diet, you may not even eat fish. But, if you do, wild caught, deep water fish like Cod, as well as shellfish and shrimp also offer healthy values of iodine.

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3. Eggs

Same goes for eggs, not on everyone’s plate http://dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=32129 but it is worth mentioning that this nutrient powerhouse has been recommended for pregnant women and young children specifically for its iodine content. [3] One egg contains nearly 16% of the recommended daily value of iodine. Cage-free, organic, and vegetarian fed are a must. If you’ve got a yard, give a thought to even getting your own chickens.

4. Organic Dairy

Not everyone consumes dairy but some people do, for those folks, do know that one cup of milk contains more than one-third of the recommended daily value of iodine. Yogurt and cheese also contain iodine. Cheese contains a lower value of iodine per serving; however, one cup of yogurt contains more iodine than a cup of milk – 50% of the recommended daily value! [1] Recent studies have found that individuals who regularly consume dairy receive good iodine supplementation. [4] This is one choice especially where organic is a must, and preferably raw.

5. Strawberries

These delicious summer berries provide a surprising source of dietary iodine. One cup of strawberries will provide 10% of the daily value. Plus, they have a good amount of vitamin C too!

6. Prunes

Constipated? Eat some prunes. But more than that, prunes offer a lot more than fiber. Like strawberries, prunes provide a healthy serving of iodine and other powerful nutrients in an easy to digest form.



7. Spinach and Dark Leafy Greens

Spinach, turnip greens and swiss chard have been specifically noted for their dietary iodine values. [5] These nutrient dense veggies also offer a highly bioavailable food source for easy digestion.

8. Dietary Supplements

If you’re not getting enough iodine in your diet, for crying out loud, do not simply shrug it off as a loss. Iodine deficiencies can cause problems and it’s so easy to avoid that mess. A nascent iodine (the best) supplement like Detoxadine is easy to add to your daily routine and does not cost a lot. Regardless if you choose Detoxadine or another product, be sure that you select a product that offers the most bioavailable materials. There are many fine products available, but there are also supplements that have been created in a lab and include artificial versions of nutrients — versions the human body may not recognize as well.

Eat these foods, take a supplement if you need one, and make sure you get enough iodine to keep your thyroid healthy and your metabolism charged!

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References:

1. National Institute of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Iodine http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-HealthProfessional/. (last accessed 2013-08-22)

2. Whole Foods Market. Sea Veggies http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/food-guides/sea-veggies. (last accessed 2013-08-22)

3. Ruxton C. Value of eggs during pregnancy and early childhood http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23505895. Nurs Stand. 2013 Feb 13-19;27(24):41-50; quiz 51.

4. Perrine CG, Sullivan KM, Flores R, Caldwell KL, Grummer-Strawn LM. Intakes of Dairy Products and Dietary Supplements Are Positively Associated with Iodine Status among U.S. Children http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23700343. J Nutr. 2013 Jul;143(7):1155-60. doi: 10.3945/jn.113.176289. Epub 2013 May 22.

5. University of Maryland Medical Center. Iodine http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/iodine. (last accessed 2013-08-22)

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Symptoms of Iodine Overdose

Symptoms of Iodine Overdose

The human body requires iodine to develop and, especially, maintain proper metabolic balance. That being the case, it’s somewhat ironic that elemental iodine is toxic to humans. Typically, we do not come into contact with elemental iodine. Most solutions and all consumable forms occur in the iodide ion (Detoxadine, a form of nascent iodine is safe). A few examples of this would be potassium iodide and sodium iodide, the chemical compounds placed in salt in many countries throughout the world. Regardless, it’s a topic to be aware of.



Elemental iodine, however, damages tissue upon contact. High concentrations of iodine solutions (even those containing iodide) can create immediate chemical burns… with the potential for much greater complications. It’s for that reason that warnings always state not to induce vomiting if ingested (unless otherwise advised by poison control).

Overexposure and overdose can occur with constant, repeated exposure to high concentrations of iodine. An individual could come in contact with high concentrations from tinctures of iodine, such as when using it as an antiseptic or disinfectant. Studies have also shown that iodate (an alternative form of iodine used as a salt additive) ingested in large quantities can lead to corrosive effects in the gastrointestinal tract. [1]

Other sources of iodine that can lead to poisoning are Amiodarone/Cordarone (an anti-arrhythmia drug), Lugol’s solution, Pima syrup, potassium iodide, and radioactive iodine used for certain medical tests or thyroid disease.

Symptoms of an Iodine Overdose

Some symptoms of an iodine overdose can be abdominal pain, delirium, fever, vomiting, and shortness of breath. More serious symptoms can occur, depending on the way the iodine overdose occurred. Here is a brief summary of ways elemental or concentrated iodine overdose can occur and its resulting effects. [2] Read more

What is Detoxadine®?

What is Detoxadine®?

Detoxadine® is Global Healing Center's brand of standardized nano-colloidal nascent iodine. It is produced with a transformative bio-elemental matrix and, with a glycerin base, is designed to be more gentle on your digestive system than iodine supplements that contain alcohol.

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A Brief History of the Invention of Detoxadine®

Detoxadine® is manufactured in a state-licensed facility that meets federal regulatory standards, is cGMP/HACCP-compliant, and lab grade. Raw elemental iodine is a controlled substance both at a State and Federal level. The licensing, approvals and regulatory documentary procedures are exacting and costly.

The production process of Detoxadine® http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/nascent-iodine-detoxadine.html?a_aid=141637&a_bid=5fb894b1 has a stabilizing effect on the elemental iodine, making it far more bioavailable than other "nascent iodine" products which can exhibit toxic effects (e.g. Cytotoxicity).

Bound forms of iodine must first be separated, clarified and purified from other binding components or impurities into a USP-grade (US Pharmaceutical), mono-elemental iodine as certified USP resublimated iodine crystals. In this purified crystal form, iodine is a highly reactive and toxic substance. However, when the purified USP iodine crystals are subjected to a proprietary process it becomes nano-colloidalized and transforms into a non-toxic form of elemental nascent iodine, also referred to as monoatomic iodine, without the addition of iodides!

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2. Nutritionally Supports the Thyroid

Each drop of Detoxadine® contains 650 micrograms of iodine to promote the normal iodine levels necessary to support the thyroid and encourage normal hormone balance.

3. Promotes Detoxification

Fluoride, chlorine, and bromine compete with iodine for the same thyroid receptors. Having enough iodine available helps defend and detoxify the thyroid against these toxic halogens.

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Unlike other iodine supplements which source iodine from the ocean, Detoxadine® is created using 300 million year old salt deposits located 7,000 feet below the earth's surface. The result is an extremely pure and concentrated nascent iodine that is free of additives and toxins and also screened for radiation. Read more