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 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.
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
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.
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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
