Iodine is a mineral that is specifically part of the halogen family, which includes chlorine, fluorine, and bromine. Halogens form a salt when they react with metals.
Iodine is by far the most supportive halogen and is found in every cell of the body. Every gland concentrates iodine and uses it to create hormones. Iodine is essential for thyroid hormone production, and our thyroid contains the highest concentration of iodine in the body.
All hormone receptors are dependent on iodine, which increases the sensitivity of the receptor to the hormone it is designed for. For example, iodine attaches to insulin receptors and improves glucose metabolism.
Iodine is also responsible for maintaining the health of our glands, specifically, our thyroid, ovaries, uterus, breast, and prostate.
I have had husbands of clients with prostate enlargement and frequent urination (especially at night) that were able to reduce their prostate size and have huge relief using iodine. I’ve also seen iodine improve blood sugar levels and help people get off thyroid medication or lower their dose.
While iodine is essential for healthy hormones and glands, it’s also essential for our immune system. Poor immune system response is directly impaired by a sluggish thyroid. An iodine deficiency will lead to low thyroid hormone output and impact how our immune system functions. Iodine also has many therapeutic properties like being anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal.
I talk about all of this and so much more in these episodes of the Are You Menstrual? Podcast.
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