by Sara Banta | Mar 25, 2023 | AHP News, Iodine, Men's Health, Thyroid Health
While it is true that most who suffer from hypothyroidism or thyroid issues are women, thyroid health does affect men. Part of this issue is that men are less likely to get blood tests and be diagnosed with hypothyroidism, or any health condition for that matter. The...
by Sara Banta | Aug 18, 2022 | AHP News, Iodine, Kids
Many practitioners question whether it’s safe to give children iodine supplements. Most practitioners don’t recommend more than 150 to 290 micrograms daily for anyone, let alone children. However, not only do children and pregnant women need iodine, but their needs...
by Sara Banta | Jul 16, 2022 | AHP News, Iodine, Thyroid Health
We all know that iodine is needed for metabolism and thyroid health, but many Western and holistic practitioners are cautious when it comes to prescribing iodine to their patients. Typically they are unsure of the ramifications of “too much” iodine. I discuss in my...
by Sara Banta | Jun 6, 2022 | Iodine, AHP News
What is Iodine? Iodine is a chemical element with the symbol I and atomic number 53. It belongs to the halogen group on the periodic table, along with fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and astatine. Iodine is a lustrous, purple-black solid at room temperature and is...
by Sara Banta | Apr 13, 2022 | AHP News, Iodine, Thyroid Health
Iodine supplementation is controversial, especially when you talk to medical practitioners and thyroid practitioners. This is partially due to the fact most iodine supplements are “toxic,” due to a few different factors. When people experience negative side effects...
by Sara Banta | Apr 13, 2020 | Articles, Immune Support, Iodine, Natural Remedies, Nutrition
Why Is Iodine So Important for Health? Iodine is the wildcard in supporting the immune system. Iodine is found in every single one of our body’s hundred trillion cells. Without adequate iodine levels, life is impossible. Iodine is the universal health nutrient and...