Guest guest Posted February 9, 2012 Report Share Posted February 9, 2012 http://www.drbrownstein.com/blog.asp Caution With Kelp Supplements My research has shown that after testing over 4,000 patients for their Iodine levels, over 96% of those tested are significantly low in iodine. Many patients ask me if they can take kelp instead of iodine. The amount of iodine in kelp can be variable. Furthermore, I was always concerned that kelp supplements may contain toxic amounts of arsenic or halides. I have tested 2 kelp supplements and found very elevated arsenic levels in both items. Both of these products were marketed heavily and sales in the millions of dollars were reported. When I contacted he manufactures of these products, neither returned my phone calls. Remember, if kelp is grown in a polluted area of the ocean, it may contain elevated amounts of these pollutants. New research has validated my findings. Researchers at the University of California/ found that eight out of nine kelp supplements contained abnormal levels of arsenic (Env. Health Perspectives, April, 2007). The researchers began to look at kelp supplements after a patient presented to the UC clinic with a myriad of complaints including memory loss, hair loss and fatigue. She was found to have very high arsenic levels which was traced to a kelp supplement she was taking. After stopping the kelp supplement, her arsenic levels gradually declined and her symptoms improved. So, what can you do? IF you are low in iodine, take a pure iodine product that is not contaminated. Lugol's solution or tableted Lugol's solution (Iodoral®) have both proven safe and effective in my practice. Kelp can be an appropriate iodine source if the kelp has been tested and found free of toxic elements. I would be very cautious about taking a kelp supplement unless the manufacture is consistently testing the kelp for purity and consistency. Linn Moderator > > Hi, > > Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > > Thanks. > > in Alaska > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 9, 2012 Report Share Posted February 9, 2012 I know some folks swear by it, all I can say is to make sure if someone wants to use it that where ever it is purchased from provides the buyer with testing results. Linn > > > > > > Hi, > > > > > > Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > > > seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > > > > > > Thanks. > > > > > > in Alaska > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 9, 2012 Report Share Posted February 9, 2012 Yes Linn Moderator > >> > > >> > Hi, > >> > > >> > Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > >> > seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > >> > > >> > Thanks. > >> > > >> > in Alaska > >> > > >> > >> > >> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 Regarding seaweed, it depends on the supplier. Eden Foods sells several types of organic seaweed. This company is the most reliable company there is. I wouldn't buy from anyone else. We eat their arame seaweed like it's going out of style. Regarding kelp supplements D'Odama sells them, and his products are top notch. His attention to detail and care for a product has meant much more effective supplements. There is something to be said for a guy who oversees the production to make sure the quality is as best as possible. > > >> > > > >> > Hi, > > >> > > > >> > Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > > >> > seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > > >> > > > >> > Thanks. > > >> > > > >> > in Alaska > > >> > > > >> > > >> > > >> > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 Hi Lynn, I'm a newbie so please pardon me if this is a silly question, but are you referring to liquid kelp supplements or is it likely that all kelp is polluted? I purchased powdered kelp yesterday and spent 90 minutes rolling it all into pills and baking them. Gaaaaaaah! That will teach me to act before checking the board for information! Mickelle > >> > >> Hi, > >> > >> Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > >> seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > >> > >> Thanks. > >> > >> in Alaska > >> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 Just check with the manufacturer and ask if they have any info on testing. Linn Moderator > > >> > > >> Hi, > > >> > > >> Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > > >> seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > > >> > > >> Thanks. > > >> > > >> in Alaska > > >> > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 www.seaveg.com (Maine Coast Sea Vegetables) Other members may know of additional suppliers. Linn Moderator > >> > >> Hi, > >> > >> Can someone point me in the direction of information on contamination of > >> seaweed and why it isn't a good choice to eat? > >> > >> Thanks. > >> > >> in Alaska > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 Iodoral is manufactured by Optimox Corporation owned by Dr. Guy Abraham who also developed the iodine loading test. Dr. Brownstein has no financial interest in Iodoral or the lab that performs the loading test. http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0ISW/is_267/ai_n15677770/pg_2/ Dr. Brownstein sells his books and supplements that can be found here: https://www.drbrownstein.com/homePage.php Linn Moderator > > > ** > > > > > > > > > > http://www.drbrownstein.com/blog.asp > > > > Caution With Kelp Supplements > > > > My research has shown that after testing over 4,000 patients for their > > Iodine levels, over 96% of those tested are significantly low in iodine. > > Many patients ask me if they can take kelp instead of iodine. The amount of > > iodine in kelp can be variable. Furthermore, I was always concerned that > > kelp supplements may contain toxic amounts of arsenic or halides. I have > > tested 2 kelp supplements and found very elevated arsenic levels in both > > items. Both of these products were marketed heavily and sales in the > > millions of dollars were reported. When I contacted he manufactures of > > these products, neither returned my phone calls. Remember, if kelp is grown > > in a polluted area of the ocean, it may contain elevated amounts of these > > pollutants. New research has validated my findings. > > > > Researchers at the University of California/ found that eight out of > > nine kelp supplements contained abnormal levels of arsenic (Env. Health > > Perspectives, April, 2007). The researchers began to look at kelp > > supplements after a patient presented to the UC clinic with a myriad > > of complaints including memory loss, hair loss and fatigue. She was found > > to have very high arsenic levels which was traced to a kelp supplement she > > was taking. After stopping the kelp supplement, her arsenic levels > > gradually declined and her symptoms improved. > > > > So, what can you do? IF you are low in iodine, take a pure iodine product > > that is not contaminated. Lugol's solution or tableted Lugol's solution > > (Iodoral®) have both proven safe and effective in my practice. Kelp can be > > an appropriate iodine source if the kelp has been tested and found free of > > toxic elements. I would be very cautious about taking a kelp supplement > > unless the manufacture is consistently testing the kelp for purity and > > consistency. > > > > Linn > > Moderator > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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