Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3

[Guest guest]

,

On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this

question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note:

this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent

radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much?

Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine

from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate

dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.

Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of

*iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's

needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

Yes that is what Dr. Abraham is saying. That made me feel better when thinking of my children. I am still going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended maintenance dose.

Buist, ND

Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3

,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote: My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

Unless, I am missing something in that maybe he means a “maintenance dose” this is not the information that most are recommending. Any idea as to why he is saying this? And, if it is not radioactive iodine that is being released, I have talked to several today that said iodine is not going to help protect against radioactive cesium. Be WellDr.L From: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of ladybugsandbeesSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:18 PMiodine Subject: Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Yes that is what Dr. Abraham is saying. That made me feel better when thinking of my children. I am still going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended maintenance dose. Buist, ND Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 ,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote: My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

Ditto when thinking of my grandchild. Thanks so much.

On 3/15/2011 8:17 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

Yes that is what Dr. Abraham is saying. That

made me feel better when thinking of my children. I am

still going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended

maintenance dose.

Buist, ND

Re:

**NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese

Radiation Update 3

,

On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research

answered this question. His research indicated that

milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a

microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive

iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much?

Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of

radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid

gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine

ingested daily by the Japanese.

Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13

mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI

-- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

You are right - iodine does not protect against cesium. He is saying that the dose will saturate the thyroid. But I am wondering how this is impacted by bromide blocked receptors that seem to need higher doses. Maybe I will ask him to clarify this for us. I am headed to bed but will try to catch him in the morning.

Steph

Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3

,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.

Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

Re: radioactive cesium, would clay work? (I have terramin.)

On 3/15/2011 8:26 PM, Dr. Loretta Lanphier wrote:

Unless, I am missing something in

that maybe he means a “maintenance dose” this is not

the information that most are recommending. Any

idea as to why he is saying this? And,

if it is not radioactive iodine that is being

released, I have talked to several today that said

iodine is not going to help protect against

radioactive cesium.

Be Well

Dr.L

From: iodine

[mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of ladybugsandbees

Sent:

Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:18 PM

To:

iodine

Subject:

Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog -

Japanese Radiation Update 3

Yes that is

what Dr. Abraham is saying. That made me feel

better when thinking of my children. I am still

going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended

maintenance dose.

Buist, ND

Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog

- Japanese Radiation Update 3

,

On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

My mentor, Dr. Guy

Abraham’s research answered this question.

His research indicated that milligram doses

(note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose)

are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine

from damaging the thyroid gland. How much?

Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96%

of radioactive iodine from binding to the

thyroid gland. That is the approximate

dosage of iodine ingested daily by the

Japanese.

Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying

that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed

to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to

protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

There are certain "greens" for lack of a better term as well as bentonite clay that help to detox cesium.

Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3

,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.

Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

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[Guest guest]

I understand the standard medical treatment for cesium-137 poisoning is Prussian

Blue, the same item that is used as a pigment. The dose is up to 10mg per day

for adults, but a prescription is required.

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> My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham's research answered this question. His

research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram

dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid

gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive

iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of

iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.

>

>

> Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine*

(Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the

thyroid?

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[Guest guest]

Several have mentioned clay, but I would make sure I was doing other things also. I posted on some of these earlier this afternoon and have the info on my recent blog.I am also concerned about the fact that many people in the US are starting their gardens. If the fallout occurs, the soil and thus fruits/vegetables will be contaminated. I did some pretty heavy research last night and off/on today and talked to several very knowledgeable people. Zeolite added to the soil seems to be a very good idea. Yet, I doubt that any of this gets any type of media attention. I hope that people will understand this about their gardens. Like some have said today, the ramifications of this “event’ will last for a long, long time.Every time I turn on CNN the news gets worse. It was said tonight that one of the reactors possibly contains plutonium. And, of course, they keep saying that we really don’t know the true story as to what is really going on inside the reactors. Workers have stopped operations according to CNN – just not clear if it ALL workers.Be WellDr.LFrom: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of clairewestSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:31 PMiodine Subject: Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Re: radioactive cesium, would clay work? (I have terramin.)On 3/15/2011 8:26 PM, Dr. Loretta Lanphier wrote: Unless, I am missing something in that maybe he means a “maintenance dose” this is not the information that most are recommending. Any idea as to why he is saying this? And, if it is not radioactive iodine that is being released, I have talked to several today that said iodine is not going to help protect against radioactive cesium. Be WellDr.L From: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of ladybugsandbeesSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:18 PMiodine Subject: Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Yes that is what Dr. Abraham is saying. That made me feel better when thinking of my children. I am still going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended maintenance dose. Buist, ND Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 ,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote: My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

I'm pretty certain that I-131 is one of the radioactive elements being released.

The Chernobyl accident demonstrated that the greatest health implications came

from the release of I-131 and not the other radioactive elements. I don't

remember why - something about how it is so readily absorbed by the thyroid, I

think.

As for zeolite that you mention in another post, where can you find it for the

garden? Do you have any idea what the application rate should be? I looked for

it online but I've found only filters and cartridges.

Didn't somebody else suggest another product to counter any I-131 that ended up

in our soil (although I still think the short half-life makes the risk of

radioactive iodine to our home gardens minimal) - I think this was it:

http://www.seaagri.com/faq.htm I think that it was recommended because it would

contain iodine???

Pamela

>

> Unless, I am missing something in that maybe he means a " maintenance dose "

> this is not the information that most are recommending. Any idea as to why

> he is saying this? And, if it is not radioactive iodine that is being

> released, I have talked to several today that said iodine is not going to

> help protect against radioactive cesium.

>

> Be Well

> Dr.L

[Guest guest]

The half life of iodine-131 is 8 days. That means that 8 days after it is

created in Japan, half of it is no longer radioactive. Eight days later it is

down to 1/4, eight days later it is down to 1/8, eight days later it is down to

1/16, etc. So the danger from the radioactive iodine decreases fairly fast

unless there is a continuous release over a long period of time.

Also, as the radioactive iodine spreads out from the reactors, it decreases in

intensity because it covers a wider and wider area; it gets diluted so to speak,

which is why you can die being very near the reactor, but be safer thousands of

miles away.

This is not to say that there is nothing to worry about. But those who are well

saturated with iodine already are unlikely to take up much, if any, of the

radioactive iodine.

As far as the remainder of the radioactive isotopes, each has its half life,

some being measured in years instead of days. Each has its particular danger.

Other precautions are a fine particle mask, wearing a cheap plastic raincoat

when you go outdoors, and just staying indoors as much as possible.

>

>

> Japanese Radiation Update 3

> As the news in Japan worsens, I am getting more and more questions about what

to do. Let me try and address as many questions as possible. I will keep

blogging about this until most of the questions are answered.

>

> First, I believe the Japanese government is not being truthful about the

magnitude of the disaster. I believe they do not want to create a panic. This

disaster is far from over. In Japan, I feel the situation will get much worse

before it gets better. However, for those of us in North America, we will get a

much smaller dose of radioactive iodine as compared to the Japanese.

>

> Therefore, the most important thing to keep in mind is do not panic. I do not

believe that people will by dying in the U.S. due to the radioactive spread from

Japan. However, depending on the amount of radiation released and weather

patterns, it is not clear what our exposure will be. I may be wrong on my

assessment. Time will tell.

>

> The good news is that there is a safe and effective treatment widely available

that prevents harm from exposure to radioactive iodine. It is the use of

nonradioactive, inorganic iodine. That is the form of iodine I have been

researching and using in my practice for nearly 10 years.

> What dose of iodine will prevent damage from exposure to radioactive iodine?

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham's research answered this question. His research

indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are

necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How

much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from

binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested

daily by the Japanese. This is over 100x the average daily dose ingested by

Americans.

>

> Please keep in mind it is not just the thyroid gland that is at risk with

exposure to radioactive iodine. The breasts, ovaries, uterus, prostate, skin,

and other organs all bind and require iodine for optimal functioning. In fact,

every cell in our body requires iodine for optimal functioning. Therefore, if we

are iodine deficient, exposure to radioactive iodine can potentially result in

damage to all the cells of the body. My experience has shown over 95% of

patients are deficient in iodine.

>

> I believe iodine deficiency is one of the underlying causes of the epidemic of

cancer of the breast, thyroid, ovaries, uterus and prostate. Furthermore, iodine

deficiency is the underlying cause of thyroid disorders including Hashimoto's

disease, Grave's disease, goiter, and hypothyroidism. Our iodine levels have

fallen 50% over the last 30 years. During that time, all of the above conditions

have been rising at near epidemic rates.

>

> I have written extensively about these ideas in my book, Iodine Why You Need

It, Why You Can't Live Without It.

> Who should supplement with iodine? If you don't have a contraindication to

iodine supplementation, I believe it should be a part of most people's daily

regimen. As with any substance, some people may not tolerate iodine. My

experience has shown that most people can tolerate the doses I have written

about. Before supplementing with iodine, I suggest discussing this with your

health care provider.

>

> I will do my best to keep you updated on this situation. Let's send our

thoughts, prayers, and support to the Japanese.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi all,

I have something I do not understand. Maybe it has already been discussed, then

I have missed that and I apologize, its hard to keep up with all the posts!

A few days back it was posted that in case of a nuclear disaster adults should

consume 130mg KI, children between 3 and 18 years 65mg KI etc etc

My friend Yukie from Japan just arrived this morning. She was in Japan north of

Tokyo when the earthquake struck. She lives not far from the nuclear plants. She

herself say that the Japanes government has lied many times in the past and she

does not trust them, and she would certainly not take their word for whatever

happens in those plants.

Now Dr Brownstein posts in his blog that we should take what the Japanese take,

12.5mg a day.

My question is; why is that? Is that enough for protection? Why not take the

130mg until we get more positive news? Just for safety measure. We do not know

for sure that there is no meltdown right now. We do know that the Japanese are

losing control over these plants. My understanding is that the worst that can

happen is that people that take the 130mg of Iodine will have uncomfortable

detox symptoms.

I am trying to understand.

Kind regards,

Jiska in Australia

>

>

> Japanese Radiation Update 3

> As the news in Japan worsens, I am getting more and more questions about what

to do. Let me try and address as many questions as possible. I will keep

blogging about this until most of the questions are answered.

>

> First, I believe the Japanese government is not being truthful about the

magnitude of the disaster. I believe they do not want to create a panic. This

disaster is far from over. In Japan, I feel the situation will get much worse

before it gets better. However, for those of us in North America, we will get a

much smaller dose of radioactive iodine as compared to the Japanese.

>

> Therefore, the most important thing to keep in mind is do not panic. I do not

believe that people will by dying in the U.S. due to the radioactive spread from

Japan. However, depending on the amount of radiation released and weather

patterns, it is not clear what our exposure will be. I may be wrong on my

assessment. Time will tell.

>

> The good news is that there is a safe and effective treatment widely available

that prevents harm from exposure to radioactive iodine. It is the use of

nonradioactive, inorganic iodine. That is the form of iodine I have been

researching and using in my practice for nearly 10 years.

> What dose of iodine will prevent damage from exposure to radioactive iodine?

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham's research answered this question. His research

indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are

necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How

much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from

binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested

daily by the Japanese. This is over 100x the average daily dose ingested by

Americans.

>

> Please keep in mind it is not just the thyroid gland that is at risk with

exposure to radioactive iodine. The breasts, ovaries, uterus, prostate, skin,

and other organs all bind and require iodine for optimal functioning. In fact,

every cell in our body requires iodine for optimal functioning. Therefore, if we

are iodine deficient, exposure to radioactive iodine can potentially result in

damage to all the cells of the body. My experience has shown over 95% of

patients are deficient in iodine.

>

> I believe iodine deficiency is one of the underlying causes of the epidemic of

cancer of the breast, thyroid, ovaries, uterus and prostate. Furthermore, iodine

deficiency is the underlying cause of thyroid disorders including Hashimoto's

disease, Grave's disease, goiter, and hypothyroidism. Our iodine levels have

fallen 50% over the last 30 years. During that time, all of the above conditions

have been rising at near epidemic rates.

>

> I have written extensively about these ideas in my book, Iodine Why You Need

It, Why You Can't Live Without It.

> Who should supplement with iodine? If you don't have a contraindication to

iodine supplementation, I believe it should be a part of most people's daily

regimen. As with any substance, some people may not tolerate iodine. My

experience has shown that most people can tolerate the doses I have written

about. Before supplementing with iodine, I suggest discussing this with your

health care provider.

>

> I will do my best to keep you updated on this situation. Let's send our

thoughts, prayers, and support to the Japanese.

>

[Guest guest]

I believe that the discrepancy in the dosage amount comes from the difference in

taking 130MG one time and taking a consistent dose of 12.5 mg (I believe he said

12.5-25 mg on a consistent on-going basis. The second will allow your thyroid

to gain the protection it needs and maintain that level of protection. The

one-time dose recommended by governments is simply to provide a quick 24-hour

protection in case of imminent exposure.

That is my understanding, but if not correct I would certainly appreciate any

clarifications.

Lexy

> >

> >

> > Japanese Radiation Update 3

> > As the news in Japan worsens, I am getting more and more questions about

what to do. Let me try and address as many questions as possible. I will keep

blogging about this until most of the questions are answered.

> >

> > First, I believe the Japanese government is not being truthful about the

magnitude of the disaster. I believe they do not want to create a panic. This

disaster is far from over. In Japan, I feel the situation will get much worse

before it gets better. However, for those of us in North America, we will get a

much smaller dose of radioactive iodine as compared to the Japanese.

> >

> > Therefore, the most important thing to keep in mind is do not panic. I do

not believe that people will by dying in the U.S. due to the radioactive spread

from Japan. However, depending on the amount of radiation released and weather

patterns, it is not clear what our exposure will be. I may be wrong on my

assessment. Time will tell.

> >

> > The good news is that there is a safe and effective treatment widely

available that prevents harm from exposure to radioactive iodine. It is the use

of nonradioactive, inorganic iodine. That is the form of iodine I have been

researching and using in my practice for nearly 10 years.

> > What dose of iodine will prevent damage from exposure to radioactive iodine?

My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham's research answered this question. His research

indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are

necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How

much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from

binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested

daily by the Japanese. This is over 100x the average daily dose ingested by

Americans.

> >

> > Please keep in mind it is not just the thyroid gland that is at risk with

exposure to radioactive iodine. The breasts, ovaries, uterus, prostate, skin,

and other organs all bind and require iodine for optimal functioning. In fact,

every cell in our body requires iodine for optimal functioning. Therefore, if we

are iodine deficient, exposure to radioactive iodine can potentially result in

damage to all the cells of the body. My experience has shown over 95% of

patients are deficient in iodine.

> >

> > I believe iodine deficiency is one of the underlying causes of the epidemic

of cancer of the breast, thyroid, ovaries, uterus and prostate. Furthermore,

iodine deficiency is the underlying cause of thyroid disorders including

Hashimoto's disease, Grave's disease, goiter, and hypothyroidism. Our iodine

levels have fallen 50% over the last 30 years. During that time, all of the

above conditions have been rising at near epidemic rates.

> >

> > I have written extensively about these ideas in my book, Iodine Why You Need

It, Why You Can't Live Without It.

> > Who should supplement with iodine? If you don't have a contraindication to

iodine supplementation, I believe it should be a part of most people's daily

regimen. As with any substance, some people may not tolerate iodine. My

experience has shown that most people can tolerate the doses I have written

about. Before supplementing with iodine, I suggest discussing this with your

health care provider.

> >

> > I will do my best to keep you updated on this situation. Let's send our

thoughts, prayers, and support to the Japanese.

> >

>

[Guest guest]

So clay helps get the cesium out?AliOn Mar 15, 2011, at 8:49 PM, Dr. Loretta Lanphier wrote:Several have mentioned clay, but I would make sure I was doing other things also. I posted on some of these earlier this afternoon and have the info on my recent blog.I am also concerned about the fact that many people in the US are starting their gardens. If the fallout occurs, the soil and thus fruits/vegetables will be contaminated. I did some pretty heavy research last night and off/on today and talked to several very knowledgeable people. Zeolite added to the soil seems to be a very good idea. Yet, I doubt that any of this gets any type of media attention. I hope that people will understand this about their gardens. Like some have said today, the ramifications of this “event’ will last for a long, long time.Every time I turn on CNN the news gets worse. It was said tonight that one of the reactors possibly contains plutonium. And, of course, they keep saying that we really don’t know the true story as to what is really going on inside the reactors. Workers have stopped operations according to CNN – just not clear if it ALL workers.Be WellDr.LFrom: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of clairewestSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:31 PMiodine Subject: Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Re: radioactive cesium, would clay work? (I have terramin.)On 3/15/2011 8:26 PM, Dr. Loretta Lanphier wrote: Unless, I am missing something in that maybe he means a “maintenance dose” this is not the information that most are recommending. Any idea as to why he is saying this? And, if it is not radioactive iodine that is being released, I have talked to several today that said iodine is not going to help protect against radioactive cesium. Be WellDr.L From: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of ladybugsandbeesSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:18 PMiodine Subject: Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Yes that is what Dr. Abraham is saying. That made me feel better when thinking of my children. I am still going to give them 25 mgs which is the recommended maintenance dose. Buist, ND Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 ,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote:My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?

[Guest guest]

Answering my own question. A very reliable source sent me the following info: There is literature that shows there is not much difference from about 15mg (ioDIDE) all the way up to 200mg when protecting the thyroid from I-131 radiation. At 15mg, protection is around 98%, at 30mg it is >98%, at 50 it is >98%, at 100 it is >99%. The following study most likely indicates why Dr. Abraham is indicating 13 mg/day. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11349833 Thyroid. 2001 Apr;11(4):353-60.Iodine kinetics and effectiveness of stable iodine prophylaxis after intake of radioactive iodine: a review.Verger P, Aurengo A, Geoffroy B, Le Guen B.Institut of Protection and Nuclear Safety, Human Health Protection and Dosimetry Division, Fontenay-aux-Roses, France. Pierre.verger@...AbstractIngestion of potassium iodide (KI) offers effective protection against irradiation of the thyroid after accidental exposure to radioactive iodine. This prophylaxis aims at rapidly obtaining maximal thyroid protection without adverse effects. This article reviews studies on iodine kinetics in humans and on the efficacy of KI in protecting the thyroid. In adults with normal thyroid function, ingestion of 100 mg of iodide just before exposure to radioactive iodine blocks at least 95% of the thyroid dose. If exposure persists after iodide ingestion (100 mg), the percentage of averted dose may decrease significantly. Daily ingestion of a dose of 15 mg of KI would then maintain the thyroid blockade at a level above 90%. The efficacy of iodide and the occurrence of antithyroid effects also depend on external and individual factors such as dietary iodine intake, thyroid function, and age. The KI dosage regimen should be adjusted for age at exposure. For the fetus, the newborn, children, and adolescents, the risk of radiation-induced thyroid cancer in case of accidental exposure to radioactive iodine justifies KI prophylaxis, despite the risk of hypothyroidism, especially in newborns. For the elderly, the benefits of KI may be lower than the risk of iodine-induced hyperthyroidism.PMID: 11349833 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]Be WellDr.LFrom: iodine [mailto:iodine ] On Behalf Of Dr. Loretta LanphierSent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:27 PMiodine Subject: RE: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 Unless, I am missing something in that maybe he means a “maintenance dose” this is not the information that most are recommending. Any idea as to why he is saying this? And, if it is not radioactive iodine that is being released, I have talked to several today that said iodine is not going to help protect against radioactive cesium. Be WellDr.L Re: **NEW*** Dr Brownstein Blog - Japanese Radiation Update 3 ,On 3/15/2011 7:01 PM, ladybugsandbees wrote: My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham’s research answered this question. His research indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose) are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland. How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine ingested daily by the Japanese.Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine* (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect the thyroid?_._,_.___

[Guest guest]

Loretta,

Does that mean that the initial 130 mg dose that the potassium iodide pills

provides is needed only once and then can be followed by a 14 mg " maintenance

dose " ? Perhaps that is why we've seen so much about one single dose - with the

erroneous assumption being that people typically ingest at least 15 mg?

> My mentor, Dr. Guy Abraham's research answered this question. His research

> indicated that milligram doses (note: this is 1,000 times a microgram dose)

> are necessary to prevent radioactive iodine from damaging the thyroid gland.

> How much? Around 13mg/day prevents approximately 96% of radioactive iodine

> from binding to the thyroid gland. That is the approximate dosage of iodine

> ingested daily by the Japanese.

>

> Just to be sure I understand: Abraham is saying that 13 mg of *iodine*

> (Lugol's) -- as opposed to 130 mg of KI -- are all that's needed to protect

> the thyroid?

>

> _._,_.___

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