Lugol's Iodine

Reasons To Use Iodine

Iodine's uses go far beyond thyroid support only. Besides helping to prevent and treat hypo- and hyperthyroidism, here are some of the the benefits of Lugol's iodine 5% solution:

*    it has antibiotic, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-mold and anti-microbial effects that far surpass antibiotics, because it's effective against viruses, fungi and yeasts, and it doesn't create antibiotic resistant bacteria

*    it has importance in prevention and treatment of cancer, most notably cancers of the hormone-related organs like thyroid, breast, ovaries and prostate, but also skin and liver cancer

*    it is protective against radiation, both ionizing such as x-rays and non-ionizing such as EMFs

*    it is a necessity in metabolism and every cell of the body needs it

*    it has importance in relation to hormones, and so helps prevent both hypo- and hyperthyroidism, regulates estrogen production, prevents fibrocystic breast disease, and helps to revive hormonal sensitivity and thereby seems to improve insulin sensitivity which decreases insulin needs in diabetics

*    it has a role in the immune system, as the body's ability to resist infection and disease is hindered by long-term iodine deficiency

*    it is important for brain development and low iodine levels are linked to lower IQ

*    it is useful as a topical treatment for wounds and restoration of hair growth

*    it is anti-mucolytic (it reduces mucus catarrh)

*    it supports apoptosis (programmed cell death of unhealthy cells), which is relevant to prevent cancer and aging

*    it helps prevent inflammation

*    it eliminates toxic halogens such as bromine, chlorine and fluorine (most breads contain bromine - found in flour improvers - which is carcinogenic)

*    it hydrates the cells

*    it is an anti-oxidant

*    it helps with disease - high doses of iodine may be used to reverse certain diseases eg chronic lung disease, syphilis, skin lesions etc

*    it helps with scars and also unblocking meridians caused by scars

*    it helps prevent heart disease - iodine regulates the thyroid and hypothyroidism leads to heart disease

*    it supports spiritual development - it feeds the pineal gland and your connection to your higher self

*    it chelates heavy metals such as mercury, lead and cadmium

Iodine Dosage

Iodine specialists say that the RDA for iodine is only a tiny fraction of what we actually need today. According to Dr. Michael B. Schachter, the treatment dose when a person is iodine insufficient is generally between 12.5mg and 50mg daily, and at these doses it takes about 3 months to become iodine sufficient at a dose of 50mg daily and 1 year to achieve that on a dose of 12.5mg daily.   After diseases and deficiencies have been dealt with, a maintenance dose of about 10-12mg daily is necessary for optimal wellness.

According to Dr. David Brownstein, he found doses between 6.25mg and 50mg daily resulted in clinical improvement and positive changes in laboratory tests. Sometimes he used between 200 and 300mg of iodine daily and even higher doses for more serious and difficult diseases.

Many people find that it's important to gradually build up the dose in order to experience the least amount of detoxification reaction from taking high doses of iodine.  The detoxification reaction happens due to poisons from the body being dumped into the blood stream.

How Many Drops Of Lugol's 5% Iodine To Take?

Each drop of Lugol's iodine 5% solution equates to 6.25mg of iodine.  Our bottles come with a dropper to enable accurate dosing.  Here is a tool to help you calculate the number of drops you need to meet your daily iodine requirement.

Iodine Protocol And Companion Nutrients

According to the work of Guy Abraham MD, David Brownstein MD and Jorge Flechas MD, here is the protocol they followed in treating their patients:

*    50mg iodine (it is recommended to begin at 12.5mg and increase by 12.5mg each week)

*    3000mg vitamin C (more may be needed to detox bomide)

*    300-600mg magnesium (magnesium chloride or magnesium glycinate is preferred by many)

*    200mcg selenium (selenomethionine is preferred by many)

*    1/2tsp unprocessed unrefined salt added to diet

*    500mg niacin (Vit B3 - not niacinamide) 2x daily (begin with smaller dose as this vitamin can lead to hot flushes and itchy rash for some)

*    100mg B2 3x daily

It was also cautioned that excess calcium supplementation (2000-3000mg daily) is the most common cause for poor response to iodine.

Salt Loading Protocol And Other Suggestions For Easing Detox Symptoms

The salt loading protocol can be used when the detox symptoms are too uncomfortable.  It is the most effective way to flush the toxins released from taking iodine and should be done twice daily as long as the detox symptoms are present:

*    dissolve 1/4tsp unprocessed, unrefined sea or himalayan salt in about 1/2 cup of warm water (125ml)   

*    follow this immediately with 1 & 1/2 - 2 cups (350-500ml) of clean water

*    this should cause copious urination - if not, repeat in about half an hour, and once more if necessary

Pulse dosing is where you stop taking iodine for 2 days each week, but continue with the companion nutrients and salt loading during this time.  It can help alleviate detox symptoms.

Lugol's Iodine 5% is a product that we sell - click here

Always consult your healthcare practitioner before implementing any of the above information.

sources: 

Sara Banta Health - benefits of iodine

Dr. Sircus - main reasons for iodine supplementation 

Dr. Sircus - iodine supplements & dosages

Freethinking.com - high dose iodine protocol

Zeolite Detox Powder

The ability for zeolites to detoxify the human body is probably the most studied & scientifically supported benefit.

Zeolites are a naturally occurring compound which are deposited in the earth by the volcanic processes, specifically the interaction between volcanic lava and water.

Thanks to its negatively charged porous structure, zeolites attract and bind to positively-charged toxins.

Nordens Ultimate use a specific zeolite called Clinoptilolite which is a 100% natural volcanic mineral compound that contains more than 60 trace minerals and 12 amino acids.

Zeolite volcanic mineral compound has maximum detoxifying effects which eliminates toxins and poisons (both natural & chemical) from the body and helps your system detox naturally.

Zeolite not only draws heavy metals, toxins & contaminates out of your body, it also supplies healthy essential minerals.

Zeolite safely removes:

* environmental toxins, pesticides, PCB’s

* free radicals

* radioactive substances

* heavy metals like cadmium, mercury, lead, arsenic and more

Added benefits

* relieves allergies – captures & assists in clearing triggering antigens that cause asthma, allergies & migraines

* alkalizes – helps maintain an alkaline pH between 7.35 & 7.45, which promotes healthy brains & immune function

* fights infections – blocks viral replication, as in cases of herpes zoster, hepatitis C, colds & flu

* soothes the stomach – helps counter acid reflux, acute diarrhea & IBS. Works to neutralize nitrosamines (carcinogenic compounds found in processes meats & thought to contributes to stomach cancer)

* boosts mood – eliminates toxins & increases serotonin production, Research suggests that zeolites can help relieve depression

* cares for skin – zeolite improves skin health & fights the visible signs of aging

* increases energy levels – a report found that 70% of patients treated for conditions like ulcerative colitis, MS, hepatitis, cancer & burns showed significant improvement in vitality, general health & appetite during the first 7 days of zeolite treatment

* reduces hangovers – zeolite removes toxic metabolites that cause alcohol after-effects like nausea & headaches

* improves liver function – by helping to remove pesticides, herbicides & xenoestrogens

How it works

Zeolite is made up of tiny negatively charged honeycomb-like chambers. Each negatively charged chamber draws in and traps positively charged toxins by cationic exchange.

Zeolite is not absorbed by the body. It passes through and out the system in 5-7 hours, taking all positively charged toxins and contaminates with it.

Dosage & directions

Take 2 teaspoons (6g) daily, mixed with water, for at least 30 days. Mix well and drink quickly.

(+- 33 day supply)

Ingredients

Pure zeolite (95-98% clinoptilolite). No additives or fillers or anything else.

Precautions

Powdered zeolite may cause lung inflammation if inhaled.

Zeolite should rather not be consumed around the same time as supplements or mediation, and some suggest even meal, as it could bind to these substances as well and interfere with medication.

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