By Nature's Life
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Review & Description
Iodine from Kelp (225 mcg) Kelp is a rich source of the trace mineral iodine. Iodine is required for the healthy functioning of the thyroid gland. As a vital component of two thyroid hormones, iodine plays an important role in the body's metabolism; the rate at which the body burns. Potassium Iodide, is an iodine compound. It is approved for over-the-counter sale and has been determined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be a safe and effective method to block exposure to radioactive iodine released during nuclear disasters. The most feared consequence of a nuclear reactor accident, or nuclear bomb attack is the release of Radioactive Iodine into the environment. What makes Radioactive Iodine so dangerous is that the body cannot distinguish it from ordinary iodine. As a result, if swallowed or inhaled (it can remain in the atmosphere for days), it will be absorbed into the thyroid gland where it is known to cause cancer, even in small doses. Potassium iodide has been shown to effectively reduce the risk of thyroid cancer following exposure to radioactive iodide fallout. Potassium Iodide is a safe and effective means of blocking the absorption of harmful radioiodines by the thyroid. In the event of a radioactive release, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission recommends evacuation as your first line of defense followed by Potassium Iodide treatment. Read more
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