Dive into the essentials of iodine and its crucial role in women's health. Discover how it influences thyroid function, ovulation, and hormone production. Learn about the increasing prevalence of iodine deficiency and its symptoms. The podcast covers effective assessment methods for determining iodine levels in your body. By understanding these basics, you can take proactive steps towards better health and well-being.
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Amanda's Iodine Journey
Amanda Montalvo shares her personal experience with iodine.
It significantly improved her thyroid health despite initial side effects.
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Consult Your Provider
Consult with your healthcare provider before supplementing with iodine.
This is crucial, especially if you have elevated thyroid antibodies or other conditions.
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Iodine's Role
Iodine, a halogen, is in every cell and crucial for hormone production.
It's essential for thyroid hormones, but also progesterone, estrogen metabolism, and other glands.
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Iodine and Why You Need It and Can't Live Without It
Dr. David Brownstein
Overcoming Thyroid Disorders
Overcoming Thyroid Disorders
Dr. David Brownstein
We are kicking off our iodine series and starting with our first episode on the basics of iodine, what it does, how we use it in the body, how it impacts women’s health, and then we will get into how to assess your iodine status. Next week, in part two, I will get into how to utilize iodine for support on your healing journey.
As always, this podcast episode is for educational purposes only. If anything resonates with you, I hope it encourages you to talk with your provider before you make any changes.
I cover:
What exactly is iodine and its role in our body
Iodine's role during ovulation, progesterone production, and metabolizing estrogen
The increase of iodine deficiency over the years, signs of deficiency, and prevention recommendations
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