665. QUICK FIXES: Stop Ingesting Heavy Metals With Your Iodine

Iodine is essential to thyroid function, but the form and quality of the supplement you choose can matter just as much as the iodine itself. In this episode, I break down four common options you may find on the shelf: kelp, Lugol’s, Iodoral, and nascent iodine. I explain the concerns I have with inconsistent dosing, potential heavy metal contamination, fillers, and the difficulty of starting with a low enough dose, as well as why I believe consumers should look beyond labels like “natural” or “organic” and ask for testing of the finished product.

I also address one of the biggest questions surrounding iodine: what about Hashimoto’s?

I explain why I chose nascent iodine for Iodine Fixxr and what I was looking for when comparing different forms, including adjustability and a simple ingredient list. By the end, I give you a practical checklist for evaluating an iodine supplement, from its source and chemical form to finished-product testing and dosing flexibility.

What you’ll learn:

Why the source of an iodine supplement can raise questions beyond simply how much iodine it contains

What makes kelp-based iodine different from purified iodine options

Why a Certificate of Analysis should be for the finished product, not just the raw ingredient

The dosing challenge with Lugol’s and Iodoral, especially when starting low

What distinguishes monoatomic nascent iodine from diatomic iodine

Why iodine discussions involving Hashimoto’s require more nuance than a simple “avoid iodine” rule

How selenium, gradual dosing, and thyroid monitoring fit into the conversation

The questions to ask before choosing an iodine supplement for yourself