Why is there no iodine in ThyroLove
Iodine is one of the most misunderstood nutrients in thyroid health. While some is essential for thyroid hormone production, too much iodine can actually be harmful for people with Hashimoto’s. In fact, high iodine intake has been shown to increase the risk of thyroid flare-ups, especially in those with autoimmune thyroid disease. This is why ThyroLove does not contain iodine on purpose.
Many thyroid specific formulas have way too much iodine than is truly ok for those with thyroid antibodies which is why people can often feel worse.
Too much when you have thyroid autoimmunity is not even a very huge amount. For some, 100mcg of iodine can be too much and just regular multivitamin supplements often include 150 mcg or more, eeek!
We designed ThyroLove to give your body what it needs without anything that is contraindicated.
The Science
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Excess iodine can increase oxidative stress and worsen autoimmune activity in the thyroid gland.
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One study showed that even small increases in iodine intake, such as 250 mcg daily, could lead to thyroid dysfunction or flare-ups in Hashimoto’s. Study: PubMed 9703374
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Research also links high iodine content in drinking water to an increased risk of Hashimoto’s, especially in women. Study: PMC8585830
