Lugol's iodine was discovered in 1829 by the French physician Jean Lugol. The World Health Organization includes Lugol's Iodine on the List of Essential Medicines, as one of the most effective and safe medicines needed in a health system.

Thiodine Lugol's Liquid Iodine contains 12.5 mg total iodide per two drops. This amount includes 7.5 mg of potassium iodide and 5 mg of iodine in molecular form sourced from deep earth mines.

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)

There are several methods used by medical practitioners to measure iodine including blood test, iodine loading test and Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis.

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis test can give medical practitioners a clear picture of what is going on in the cell. HTMA tests for 37 minerals and various toxic elements. Although it doesn't specifically test for iodine, there are simple ways to determine iodine levels via HTMA. For HTMA contact Stephanie Mace, owner and HTMA practitioner at NoshandFlourish.com.

For example, HTMA looks at sodium, selenium, potassium and lithium levels, all of which are reliable indicators of the levels of iodine in the tissues. The HTMA test can even indicate the presence of Hashimoto's Disorder. If there is not enough iodine in the cell, it can cause thyroid cells to become damaged. Hashimoto's disease can develop as the result of thyroid damage.

According to Mace, many of her patients have both the 24-hour loading test with bromine and an HTMA test done. The 24-hour Iodine Loading test with bromine can be used to determine whole body iodine sufficiency. Since it is possible to show a normal amount of iodine on the 24-hour loading test and still have symptoms of iodine deficiency, the HTMA test may help reveal iodine deficiency. For these reasons, HTMA is very helpful in correcting the root cause of the symptoms.

The range of opinions about how much iodine a person needs varies greatly among experts, practitioners and patients. The current Recommended Daily Amounts (RDAs) of iodine are based mainly on age and range from 110 mcg to 220-290 mcg per day. The above RDA chart is just a reference guide, however. Some patients following the Iodine Protocol might take as much as 50 mg a day or more. Iodine intake is different for everyone, depending on many factors. Always consult a medical practitioner who has experience with iodine therapy.

You may have heard that you don’t need iodine if you don’t have a thyroid, as you no longer make thyroid hormones on your own. However, this is simply not true. In fact, nothing is further from the truth. Every cell in the body needs iodine. In fact many people don't know there are two forms of iodine, potassium iodide and molecular iodine.The thyroid uses potassium iodide but the other parts of the body use iodine in the molecular form. Iodine is concentrated in all of your glands. The breasts, uterus, ovaries, prostate, pancreas, brain, and adrenals all use iodine. The skin and muscles also use large amounts of iodine.

The answer might surprise you. Like most Americans, you probably have a box of salt in your cupboard. Some refined table salt sold in the United States contains iodine so you might think that you don’t need iodine but nothing is further from the truth. But many types of salt do not contain iodine. Find out how much iodine is really in that salt shaker, and what form of iodine you are getting. Learn more...

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a condition where the immune system attacks enzymes within the thyroid gland which can impair function and damage thyroid cells. Some experts have opposed the idea of iodine for Hashimoto’s yet other experts have successfully used iodine therapy. Always consult an iodine literate practitioner. Learn more...

Iodine is a vital nutrient needed for development and growth. Iodine is used by the thyroid gland to make hormones that support body functions. Low amounts of iodine can result in health issues. Have you had a severe reaction to iodine? Are you wondering if you are allergic to iodine? Many people don't know this but iodine isn’t an allergen. It does not trigger an allergic reaction because it is found naturally in the body. It also occurs naturally in some food sources, such as fish. Iodine is a mineral that all humans need. If anything, iodine helps prevent allergic reactions. Learn more...

If you hold the dropper at an angle you will dispense almost double the amount of iodine for this reason its important to understand how to dispense an accudate amount. The proper way to to hold the dropper cap is in a normal vertical postion, not titled on an angle. Then squeeze the rubbber bulb one time to dispense a single drop.

No they are different. Thiodine Lugols Iodine is a dietary supplement it does not contain alcohol and is safe for consumption. Tincture of iodine is an antiseptic, made with alcohol for topical use, and should never be consumed.

Please see product labels for specific information. Thiodine Lugol's Liquid iodine has 12.5 mg per two drops. Thiodine Lugol's Iodine tablet has 12.5 mg per tablet. 

There is a range of opinions about how much iodine a person needs. The current Recommended Daily Amounts (RDAs) of iodine are based mainly on age. Here are the recommended guidelines, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).1

Birth to 6 months: 110 mcg 110 mcg

Infants (7 to 12 months): 130 mcg 130 mcg

Children 1 to 13 years old: 90 mcg to 120 mcg

Teens 14-18 years old: 150 mcg

Adults: 150 mcg

Pregnant and breastfeeding women need more, approximately 220-290 mcg per day.

The above chart is just a guide however. Iodine therapy is different for everyone, depending on many factors:

• The body's ability to utilize the nutrients
• Exposure to halogen†
• Detox symptoms†
• Iodine insufficiency†

For example, someone dealing with a health issue might need higher amounts than a person trying to maintain health.

If you are relying on the recommended daily allowances above to supply all of the iodine that you need, then you might be deficient. According to the popular Iodine Protocol, the recommended daily allowance (RDA) 150 mcg per day for adults, listed above, is not adequate to supply the body's need for iodine. Always consult a practitioner who has experience with iodine supplementation.

The Iodine Protocol was developed by leading physicians in the study of iodine, Guy Abraham, MD, David Brownstein, MD, and Jorge Flechas.

1. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-HealthProfessional/

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)

There are several methods used by medical practitioners to measure iodine including blood test, iodine loading test and Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis.

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis test can give medical practitioners a clear picture of what is going on in the cell. HTMA tests for 37 minerals and various toxic elements. Although it doesn't specifically test for iodine, there are simple ways to determine iodine levels via HTMA. For HTMA contact Stephanie Mace, owner and HTMA practitioner at NoshandFlourish.com.

For example, HTMA looks at sodium, selenium, potassium and lithium levels, all of which are reliable indicators of the levels of iodine in the tissues. The HTMA test can even indicate the presence of Hashimoto's Disorder.

If there is not enough iodine in the cell, it can cause thyroid cells to become damaged. Hashimoto's disease can develop as the result of thyroid damage.

According to Mace, many of her patients have both the 24-hour loading test with bromine and an HTMA test done. The 24-hour Iodine Loading test with bromine can be used to determine whole body iodine sufficiency. Since it is possible to show a normal amount of iodine on the 24-hour loading test and still have symptoms of iodine deficiency, the HTMA test may help reveal iodine deficiency. For these reasons, HTMA is very helpful in correcting the root cause of the symptoms.1

1. https://noshandflourish.com

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According to an interview with leading author and expert on iodine, Dr. David Browenstein said in his practice, patients fell into three categories. Browenstein said when using iodine therapy, a third of his patients did not need thyroid hormone. Another third needed half the dose of thyroid medicine when taking iodine. The last third of patients stayed around the same dose of thyroid medicine when taking iodine.

Browenstein explained when he starts treating a patient, he doesn't know which category they will fall into.  So he carefully monitors his patients for any symptoms of hyperthyroidism using a combination of lab testing, body temperature and how the patient feels.(1)

These opinions are not meant to replace medical advice. Always consult a medical practitioner for treatment and testing.

1. https://restorativemedicine.org/digest/interview-thyroid-expert-david-brownstein-md/

According to the Mayo Clinic and World Health Organization, iodine deficiency is the leading cause of goiter worldwide. (1,2) However, we can't give advice on use. Please consult a medical professional.

1. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/goiter/symptoms-causes/syc-20351829

2. https://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2004/pr93/en/