As I was searching for my own answers 4 yrs ago to my Breast and Thyroid health issues I was blown away at the research I was finding regarding Iodine and the impacts on our overall health when
Iodine levels are low and what is causing such a large deficiency in North America.
If you guessed it was food related as in what is being added to our food you would be correct! Competing halogens - fluoride and bromide, has created an epidemic of iodine deficiency. Don't take my word for it you can find this information as well as the compelling case to make you stop and think....or in my case further research.
Check out this article and if you need more there is plenty. https://www.medicalacademic.co.za/integrative-medicine/preventing-and-treating-diseases-with-iodine/
Here is another startling fact for you to consider and one that makes you go "hmmmm"
This chart is from "The Iodine Crisis: What You Don't Know About Iodine Can Wreck Your Life" ed. 2018.
Check out Dr. David Brownstein, MD - The Iodine Crisis. As someone who has undertaken my own Fibrocystic breast health using Lugols Iodine (although I did not ingest, I rubbed it on my breasts) I can't wait to read his book and learn more.
As we wrap up this week's blog post I will share one more tip I learned on my journey that I had no idea.....our Breasts are the main storage area for iodine in our body! It is no wonder I had Breast Health issues AND a Thyroid that was growing cold. Poor darlings. :)
As always, I am not a Dr. and no information that I post is meant for diagnosis, treatment etc. It is intended to empower you to take proactive steps in caring about your own health. You are your Body's best advocate.
Wishing you Blessings of Love & Light,
Kathryn