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Iodine information to get you started ­

Commonly Asked Questions.

1. Forms of Iodine

2. How much Iodine do I need to take?

3. Supporting Nutrients for taking Iodine.

4. When should I take my supplements? Do I need to space

them apart?

5. How long should I take Iodine?

6. Where can I buy Iodoral?

7. What is the Salt Loading Protocol?

8. What are the sources of Bromide?

9. I did the skin patch test and it disappeared quickly so I

must be very deficient.

10. My ferritin dropped while on Iodine.

11. I am gaining weight since starting Iodine.

12. Is there an issue with taking Iodine and having mercury

amalgam fillings?

13. I have Hashimotos. Can I take Iodine?

IODINE DEFICIENCY AND ANTIOXIDANT DEFICIENCY

A Proposed Mechanism for the Development of Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders

What Happens If TPO Is Damaged? Autoimmune Thyroid Illness

How to Treat Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders

14. My TSH went up on Iodine.

15. I have adrenal fatigue. Can I take Iodine?

16. I have breast cancer and would like to learn more about

using Iodine.

17. Bromide Toxicity and Iodine Loading Test.

18. Ordering an Iodine Loading Test with Bromide Levels.

19. Recommended Reading.

1. Forms of Iodine

a. Nascent (aka Magnascent, Detoxified or Atomidine) ­ Based on

Edgar Cayce’s “energized” iodine. The iodine is reduced to a 1%

concentration in 100% ethyl alcohol and electro-magnetically transmuted

(while being suspended in a wet bath containing a mild acid solution) into

the Atomic state. 1 drop = 150 mcg or .150 mg of Iodine. This form will

not saturate body tissues and has not been proven to detox halides such as

bromide, fluoride, chloride, and mercury, as other forms have.

b. Iosol ­ 1830 mcg / drop of Iodine only

c. Prolamine (Standard Process) ­ 3 mgs Iodine only

d. Lugol’s liquid ­ Iodine / Potassium Iodide ­ 2% and 5%

solutions. 5% solution is 6.25 mgs / drop.

e. Iodoral ­ Lugol’s formula in pill form ­ Iodine / Potassium

Iodide - 12.5 mgs & 50 mgs

2. How much Iodine do I need to take?

There are no amounts that can be given as a blanket

recommendation. Everyone needs different amounts based on their body’s

ability to utilize the nutrients as well as the level of toxic halide

exposure they have each day. If you are dealing with a severe health

condition then your dosages would need to be higher than those trying to

maintain good health.

a. Maintenance ­ It was once believed that a good maintenance dose is

25 mgs per day. But with more information being gained about the exposures

to halides bombarding our systems (bromides, fluorides, chlorine) as well

as mercury, etc., maintenance of health may require higher doses of

iodine. The iodine doctors are now beginning to believe that 50 mgs may be

the minimum required dose.

b. Cancer ­ Cancer is a result of mutated cells. Iodine is absolutely

critical for something called P53 gene which is known as the “keeper of the

genetic code”. Without iodine and selenium it will not function to

eliminate abnormal cells from the body such as cancer. Cancer patients

have taken anywhere from 50 ­ 300 mgs / day successfully. Here is a good

article on how P53 works with the mdm2 in cancer

<http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/10/071015215101.htm>http://www.scienc\

edaily.com/releases/2007/10/071015215101.htm

For information on the P53 and Iodine see the Minerals for the Genetic Code

book.

c. Children ­ These are the levels that I gave my children at the

various ages. This is not meant to be a recommendation but a guideline for

what was safe for my (Dr. Buist) children and others I have been in contact

with.

i. Up to 3 years ­ 3 drops of Detoxified Iodine

(<http://www.iodinesource.com>www.iodinesource.com) per day or take 1 drop

of 5% Lugol’s solution in water and then take ½ of the water and give it

to the child. This results in 3.125 mgs / dose.

ii. 3yrs to 5 yrs ­ 6.25 mgs of Iodoral or 1 drop 5% Lugols

Solution(6.25 mgs)

iii. 5 yrs to 9 yrs ­ 12.5 mgs of Iodoral or 2 drops 5% Lugols

Solution (12.5 mgs)

iv. 9 yrs to 16 yrs ­ 25 mgs of Iodoral or 4 drops 5% Lugols

Solution (25 mgs)

v. 16 yrs and up ­ will depend on health issues, weight, etc

and cannot be given in generalities. Dosages range from 12.5 mgs to 300 mgs.

3. Supporting Nutrients for taking Iodine.

These are required to support the body while supplementing with iodine:

a. Vit C ­ 2,000 ­ 5,000 mgs / day ­ supports the symporters and

assists as an antioxidant to detoxing.

b. Selenium ­ 200 ­ 400 mcg / day ­ needed for detoxification and

thyroid hormone creation.

c. Unrefined salt (Celtic) ­ ½ tsp / day ­ supports adrenals, binds

to bromide and assists in removal, supports symporters (sodium iodine

symporters or NIS)

d. Magnesium ­ 400 mgs / day ­ critical for over 300 enzyme reactions

in the body.

e. Optional ­ ATP CoFactors -1 tablet 2x / day ­ when individuals

continue to feel fatigued or have autoimmune thyroid disease this product

can assist in increasing ATP (energy) within the cells. Riboflavin and

no-flush niacin.

4. When should I take my supplements? Do I need to space

them apart?

a. Iodine should be taken with food. This seems to enhance

absorption as well as protecting sensitive stomachs from a potential upset.

b. The supporting nutrients can be taken with iodine and with

food. There is no spacing or timing required.

c. Iodine should be taken earlier in the day (before 2 pm) because

for some it increases energy so much that they are unable to sleep.

5. How long should I take Iodine?

Dr. Abraham has states that it should take 6 months of 50 mgs to reach 90%

saturation. However, as testing has become more widely available, it seems

to be taking individuals years to detox halides and allow the iodine to

enter the cells. Consequently, there is no set time that a person can

expect to supplement and reach saturation levels.

6. Where can I buy Iodoral?

These are a few sources that have been found to be a good option.

a. www.breastcancerchoices.org - ships internationally / free

shipping with larger orders

b. www.illnessisoptional.com - ships internationally

c. www.vrp.com - ships internationally

d. www.amazon.com

e. You can check Froogle (google shopping tool) to find the current

costs of various suppliers http://tinyurl.com/49zvmrl

7. What is the Salt Loading Protocol?

Perform the salt loading protocol when you are experiencing detoxification

symptoms with iodine supplementation. **Note that you should not need to

do this for more than 3 days. If you do then you need to reduce your

dosing of iodine.

1/2 tsp celtic (or other unrefined) salt in 1/2 cup of warm water

Follow the above with a glass of 12 oz filtered water.

** Repeat every 30-45 minutes as needed until urination begins.

Why does this help?

Salt - containing chloride - binds to the bromide in the blood stream and

carries it out through the kidneys.

8. What are the sources of Bromide?

Over and over people come to the Iodine group claiming that they can’t

possibly be toxic in bromide because they are gluten free, eat a clean

diet, etc. Guess what? It isn’t diet related in most cases. Bromide is a

flame retardant that is used in and on many items around you. These

include carpeting, furniture, mattresses, clothing, computers, iPhones, and

automobiles ­ just to name a few. Food sources can include items like

baked goods that contain brominated flour or vegetable oil as well as soft

drinks like Mountain Dew and other citrus based sodas. It can also be

found in some Gatorade products. For many years it was used in the form of

Methyl Bromide as a pesticide on strawberries.

9. I did the skin patch test and it disappeared quickly so

I must be very deficient.

Not necessarily. The patch test isn’t very scientific and many factors go

into why it disappears. Read the following article by Dr. Abraham for more

information

<http://www.optimox.com/pics/Iodine/updates/UNIOD-02/UNIOD_02.htm>http://www.opt\

imox.com/pics/Iodine/updates/UNIOD-02/UNIOD_02.htm

10. My ferritin dropped while on Iodine.

This has been happening to people taking 50 mgs or more of Iodoral. It has

been rectified by adding a B6 ­ Complex along with an iron supplement to

help restore ferritin to normal levels. It is thought to occur due to an

increase in metabolic rate that requires more iron. Sufficient ferritin

levels (60-70) are needed to create and utilize thyroid hormones.

11. I am gaining weight since starting Iodine.

Unfortunately this can occur in those that are very toxic in halides like

bromide. If your detoxification pathways are not able to eliminate the

toxins being released by iodine then your body will buffer them with water

and fat. It may be due, in part, to lowered calcium levels as well as

magnesium, vit D, and B Vitamins. All work to maintain balance in the

cells and eliminate toxins.

12. Is there an issue with taking Iodine and having mercury

amalgam fillings?

While iodine does seem to pull out mercury from the cells / tissues of the

body, there has been no indication that it is dangerous to take iodine

while amalgams remain in the body. If there is concern, supplements like

cilantro, chlorella and others can be used to help bind and carry the

mercury out of the body. Consulting with a good holistic / biological

dentist as well as an alternative medicine doctor can help to assess your

toxicity level and assist you in safe removal of amalgams and chelation.

13. I have Hashimotos. Can I take Iodine?

Yes, Dr. Brownstein believes that low iodine is one the key causes in

autoimmune thyroid disease. The following is an excerpt from Dr.

Brownstein’s Iodine book.

THE UNDERLYING CAUSE OF AUTOIMMUNE THYROID ILLNESSES: IODINE DEFICIENCY AND

ANTIOXIDANT DEFICIENCY

Chapter 7 described the apoptotic (i.e., anticancer) effects of the

iodinated form of lactone ( - Iodolactone).

- Iodolactone is not only important for preventing cancer, its production

is also necessary to help regulate the oxidation of iodine. Figure 3

illustrates this regulatory step in the oxidation/organification of iodine.

As previously mentioned, the oxidation of iodide to iodine occurs

through the interaction of H2O2 and TPO. Iodine is a necessary product in

order to provide the correct molecule in the cell so that organification

can occur. If organification does not take place or is blocked, thyroid

hormone and iodo-lipids will not be formed. As can be seen from Figure 3,

this reaction is controlled by intracellular calcium levels and iodinated

lipids­

-iodolactone.

Intracellular calcium stimulates this pathway. On the other hand,

-iodolactone and other iodinated lipids act as a brake on the system. If

there is not enough iodine in the cell to organify and produce adequate

amounts of -iodolactone, it can set the stage for damage to the thyroid

cell and the development of an autoimmune thyroid disorder such as

Hashimoto’s or Graves’ disease.

A Proposed Mechanism for the Development of

Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders

The NADPH oxydase system is found in the mitochondria of our cells. The

mitochondria are the energy-producing cells of our body. The mitochondria

produce energy (i.e., ATP) through a complex process called oxidative

phosphorylation. All medical students (and most physicians) are familiar

with oxidative phosphorylation because we have to memorize the many steps

responsible for producing ATP. This production of ATP requires many items

including: oxygen, magnesium, ADP, and amino acids.

Many people with chronic illnesses, such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue

syndrome, and autoimmune disorders, complain they have no energy. ATP is

the molecule that stores energy for the body. The body is constantly

producing and utilizing ATP. Its production is a complex process that is

beyond this book. However, there are two cofactors, Vitamins B2

(riboflavin) and B3 (niacin), that are integral to stimulating oxidative

phosphorylation and ATP production.

Hydrogen peroxide is a byproduct of oxidative phosphorylation. It is this

production of hydrogen peroxide that is so critical to the oxidation

process of iodine. Hydrogen peroxide and TPO help to oxidize iodide to

form iodine.

If there is a deficiency in iodine, which is common when ingesting the RDA

for iodine, there will not be enough substrate (i.e., iodine) to produce

iodinated lipids. As can be seen from Figure 3, the lack of -iodolactone

and other iodinated lipids results in a loss of the ‘brake’ in the pathway

to oxidize iodide. This may result in a temporarily production of too much

hydrogen peroxide. This excess hydrogen peroxide can damage the enzyme TPO.

What Happens If TPO Is Damaged? Autoimmune Thyroid Illness

The body’s response to TPO damage is to produce antibodies against TPO or

anti-TPO antibodies. A diagnosis of Hashimoto’s disease requires the

presence of anti-TPO antibodies. As the damage worsens, surrounding

proteins can also be damaged such as thyroglobulin. Damaged thyroglobulin

will result in the body producing antibodies against

thyroglobulin­anti-thyroglobulin antibodies.

In most cases of Hashimoto’s disease, there are antibodies to both TPO and

thyroglobulin present. Although Graves’ disease may also possess these

same antibodies, antibody production is not necessary to make the diagnosis

of Graves’ disease. However, my clinical experience has shown that the

treatment for both Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease can follow a similar

course with similar positive outcomes.

How to Treat Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders

1. Ingest enough iodine in order to provide adequate substrate to

iodinate lipids.

2. Take Vitamins B2 (Riboflavin) and B3 (Niacin) in amounts

necessary to stimulate the NADPH system to produce adequate amounts of H2O2.

3. Correct oxidant stress in the thyroid gland and the mitochondria with

antioxidants.

4. Ensure adequate magnesium levels.

5. Minimize oxidative stress in the body.

14. My TSH went up on Iodine.

This is a common occurrence when a person starts to take iodine after being

deficient. The body increases TSH to stimulate production of thyroglobulin

which is used to bind to the iodine in thyroid hormone

production. Individuals can have TSH levels as high as 75 for up to 6

months without clinical signs of hypothyroidism. The best values to check

with labs if there is a concern are the Free T3 and Free T4. You will find

in most cases that the “frees” are nicely within the ranges.

15. I have adrenal fatigue. Can I take Iodine?

Yes, Iodine is used by every gland and mucosal lining and is needed to heal

the adrenals. You should also use unrefined salt to support them as well

as Vitamin C. Other products such as ashwaganda, licorice root, adrenal

glandulars and in severe conditions a doctor can prescribe hydrocortisone

to replace the body’s deficiency.

16. I have breast cancer and would like to learn more about

using Iodine.

The best resource for breast cancer is

<http://www.breastcancerchoices.org>www.breastcancerchoices.org which is a

non-profit organization run by Lynne Farrow who is a breast cancer

survivor. They are dedicated to the grass roots research into iodine’s

effectiveness as treatment.

17. Bromide Toxicity and Iodine Loading Test.

As the years have gone by members of the group have been testing relatively

high in their saturation levels with the Iodine loading tests. This is

usually met with jubilation that they are at a good level. But wait! This

isn’t a place to stop. A bromide level test has become available and can

be added to the loading test. This is highly recommended because it gives

a clearer picture of what the TRUE status of the saturation level is. As a

general rule if you see a higher saturation level (80% or above) with a

bromide level over 10 mgs/L (the upper limit of normal per Dr. Guy Abraham)

you are bromide toxic and the receptors that would normally be able to pull

iodine into the cells cannot because bromide is blocking the

receptors. This will result in a high level of iodine being eliminated in

the urine indicating (falsely) that you are more saturated than you

are. Persons with results such as these should consider supplementing with

Lugol’s or Iodoral in doses of 50 mgs or more for 6 mos to 1 year and then

retest Iodine Loading and Bromide levels to see what the new status

is. Dr. Abraham has stated that this amount of time is needed to make

significant progress in detoxing and to build saturation in the

cells. After supplementing for 6 mos to 1 year, the trend has been to see

saturation levels go down while bromide elimination levels increase.

Another reason for a false high reading in saturation levels is due to

defects in the symporters of the cells. Dr. Abraham addresses this on his

website at

<http://www.optimox.com/pics/Iodine/IOD-11/IOD_11.htm>http://www.optimox.com/pic\

s/Iodine/IOD-11/IOD_11.htm

which suggests the usage of Vitamin C to heal symporters.

18. Ordering an Iodine Loading Test with Bromide Levels.

It is recommended that you order both the 24 hour loading and bromide level

test. We recommend this because you may obtain a high saturation level and

believe that your levels are fine when in fact bromide toxicity will block

the iodine receptors not allowing iodine to enter the cell which results in

an elimination of iodine when it is needed / deficient thus skewing the

test results.

The following list is a compilation of resources for obtaining the Iodine

loading test.

Hakala Research

885 Parfet Street Unit E

Lakewood, CO 80215

877.238.1779

*** It is not recommended that you do the spot test as this is only an

indicator of how much iodine is in the diet and offers no real value to the

body saturation. The two asterisk items are the recommended tests.

** Iodine Loading Kit Only $70

Iodine Spot Level Kit Only $70

Iodine Spot and Loading Kit $95

** Bromide Level Testing (must be combined with one of the above kits) $35

Test prices do not include return shipping.

They now also offer iodine serum/saliva testing to check for Organification

/ Oxidation issues as well as symporter defects. The test is available two

ways:

1. 24 hour Iodine loading test plus the serum saliva ratio cost: $155.00.

2. Serum saliva ratio without the urine test cost: $110.00.

The serum/saliva ratio gives the degree of usage of iodine within the cell,

if the ratio is below normal this signifies a symporter defect (NIS) while

a higher than normal ratio points to an organification problem.

According to Dr. Abrahams articles the symporter can be repaired using 3 gm

of slow release Vitamin C per day, the organification issue responds to ATP

CoFactors (Riboflavin 100mg + NoFlush Niacin 500mg) twice daily.

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FFP Labs

Dr. Jorg Flechas MD

80 Doctors Drive Ste 3

ville, NC 28792

(1-877-900-5556)

The cost of this test is $80.

If it is not ordered by a physician you must tell them you are ordering it

on your own and they will assign you to a nurse practitioner. When you get

the results of this test you can receive a free consultation with Dr. Flechas.

You may also obtain a urine spot test for an additional $30 for a total of

$110 for both tests.

Spot / Loading / Bromide test can be obtained for $230

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Vitamin Research Products

** As of the last time this test was reviewed no bromide testing is available.

<http://www.vrp.com/ProductPage.aspx?ProdID=9137>http://www.vrp.com/ProductPage.\

aspx?ProdID=9137

$100 for both the spot and loading test.

Kit requires an ordering physician.

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Doctors Data

** This lab does not seem to report in the manner that is described in Dr.

Abraham’s research so it is difficult to determine true saturation and

bromide levels.

Pre and post loading - requires an ordering physician.

<http://www.doctorsdata.com/test_info.asp?id=118>http://www.doctorsdata.com/test\

_info.asp?id=118

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====

ZRT Laboratories

This is a new test that is not performed in the manner outlined by Dr.

Abraham, Dr Brownstein or Dr. Flechas which has been used effectively since

the 1990’s. It has not been proven to correlate with the health conditions

of those with iodine deficiency and does not offer a bromide level test

which is critical in determining how accurate the saturation level is. At

this point the Iodine group does not recommend this test.

19. Recommended Reading.

Many of the questions asked over and over are covered in these reference

materials. Please familiarize yourself with them to help with limiting the

repetition of information on the group.

a. Dr Brownstein ­ Iodine Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live

Without it <http://www.drbrownstein.com>www.drbrownstein.com

b. Dr. Brownstein ­ Salt Your Way To Health

c. Dr. Derry ­ Breast Cancer and Iodine: How to Prevent and

How to Survive Breast Cancer

<http://www.thyroidscience.com/reviews/derry/derry.9.19.09.htm>http://www.thyroi\

dscience.com/reviews/derry/derry.9.19.09.htm

d. <http://www.optimox.com>www.optimox.com - Research by Dr. Guy

Abraham ­ the founder of The Iodine Project

e. <http://www.iodine4health.com>www.iodine4health.com - The Iodine

Group’s repository for Iodine research.

20. INDEX

Adrenal fatigue, 6

Antibodies, 5

Atomidine iodine. See Detoxified iodine

ATP, 3, 5

ATP CoFactors

as optional supporting nutrient, 2

physiology, 5

Autoimmune thyroid diseases

mechanism causing, 5

treatment of, 6

underlying cause, 4

Breast cancer, 6

Bromide testing

in combination with iodine loading test, 6

ordering, 7, 8

second testing, 6

Bromides. See also Detoxification

and the iodine loading test, 6

and weight gain, 4

bombarding our systems, 2

normal levels of, 6

sources of, 3

Calcium, weight gain and, 4

Cancer

breast cancer, 6

how much iodine to take, 2

Celtic sea salt. See Salt, unrefined

Chelation, mercury amalgam fillings and, 4

Children, how much iodine to take, 2

Chlorine, as halide, bombarding our systems, 2

Companion nutrients. See Supporting nutrients required

Dental mercury amalgam fillings, 4

Detoxification

forms of iodine not producing, 1

length of time expected for, 3

symptoms of, salt loading protocol to alleviate, 3

Detoxified iodine

amount of iodine in, 1

for children under 3 years, 2

Doctors Data (laboratory), 8

Ferritin levels dropping, 4

FFP Labs, 8

Flame retardants, as source of bromides, 3

Fluoride, as halide, bombarding our systems, 2

Food

as source of bromides, 3

taking supplements with, 3

Forms of iodine, 1

Free T3, and rise in TSH, 6

Free T4, and rise in TSH, 6

Graves' disease

antibodies and, 5

treatment of, 6

underlying cause of, 5

Hakala Research (laboratory), 7

Halides. See also Bromides; Detoxification

list of types of, 2

Hashimoto's disease, 4

cause underlying, 4

mechanism causing, 5

treatment of, 6

How much iodine to take

cancer, 2

children, 2

maintenance, 2

with false saturation results, 6

Iodinated lipids, 5

Iodine

dosage. See How much iodine to take

forms of, 1

saturation with. See Saturation with iodine

testing. See Iodine Loading Test

when to take, 3

Iodine Loading Test

and bromides, effect on results of, 6

ordered with Bromide Levels Test, 7

ordering, 7, 8

second testing, time for, 6

Iodine Spot Test, 7, 8

Iodoral

amount of iodine per tablet, 1

how much to take, 2

where to buy, 3

Iosol, 1

Length of time to take iodine, 3

Lugol's liquid iodine

amount of iodine per drop, 1

how much to take, 2

Magnascent iodine. See Detoxified iodine

Magnesium

as supporting nutrient, amount to take, 2

weight gain and, 4

Mercury

amalgam fillings in teeth, 4

bombarding our systems, 2

Nascent iodine. See Detoxified iodine

Niacin

as optional, 3

in treatment of autoimmune thyroid diseases, 6

no-flush, amount to take, 7

physiology and, 5

Oxidation/organification of iodine

ATP CoFactors to treat, 7

physiology, 4

test to check function of, 7

Patch test on skin, 4

Phosphorylation, 5

Prolamine (Standard Process), 1

Resources

cancer and iodine, 2

Dr. Brownstein books, 9

Dr. Derry article, 9

Dr. Guy Abraham articles (Optimox site), 9

Iodine Group's iodine research site, 9

skin patch test, 4

where to buy Iodoral, 3

www.breastcancerchoices.org, 6

Riboflavin

amount to take, 7

as optional, 3

in treatment of autoimmune thyroid diseases, 6

physiology and, 5

Salt loading protocol, 3

Salt, unrefined

adrenal fatigue and, 6

as supporting nutrient, amount to take, 2

function in body, 2, 3

in salt loading protocol, 3

Saturation with iodine

and false readings, 6

Detoxified iodine not providing, 1

Selenium

and cancer, 2

as supporting nutrient, 2

Skin patch test, 4

Supporting nutrients required

amounts and functions, 2

when to take, 3

Symporter defects

and false high reading in saturation levels, 7

test for, 7

Vitamin C in treatment of, 7

T3, free. See Free T4

T4, free. See Free T4

Thyroglobulin, 5, 6

Thyroid hormones

ferritin in production of, 4

iodine in production of, 5, 6

selenium in production of, 2

TSH rising and, 6

Time

for second round of testing, 6

length of, to take iodine, 3

of day, to take supplements, 3

TPO, 5

TSH rise, following iodine supplementation, 6

Vitamin B group, and weight gain, 4

Vitamin B2. See Riboflavin

Vitamin B3. See Niacin

Vitamin C

adrenal fatigue and, 6

as supporting nutrient, 2

symporter defects healing with, 7

Vitamin D, 4

Vitamin Research Products, 8

Weight gain, 4

www.breastcancerchoices.org, 6

ZRT Laboratories, 8

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