is it safe to take spirulina tablets with either levothyroxine, t3 or ndt?

[flashinthepan]

i just bought some spirulina tablets ( 500mg) and took 6 of them. got them from holland and barrat. it says to 3 tablets 3 times a day!

i also took vitamin d3 25up ( that little mad symbol i assume is micro grams)holland and barrets vitamin b complex, ashwaganda tablets - i feel a bit zinngggyyy and bouncy

im currently on t3 40 mg.

took 20 this morning not sure if i should take another one

are these safe to take with thyroid meds?

[shaws Administrator]

As far as I know supplements should not be taken with any thyroid hormones (except vitamin C which helps convert T4 to t3). It is advised to leave 4 hours between taking them and supplements/medication.

Spirulina is rich in iodine which is contra-indicated with thyroid medications. Excerpt:

Some people are allergic to the iodine contained in spirulina, and you should talk to your doctor before self-medicating with it. This is especially important if you have a thyroid condition because too much iodine can be harmful for those with hyperthyroidism -- an overactive thyroid -- as well as those with Hashimoto’s disease, an immune system-related thyroid disorder. People who are most likely to benefit from spirulina are those with hypothyroidism or subclinical hypothyroidism, but even these people need to be careful, especially if they eat a lot of iodine-rich foods. A study published in 2012 in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" found that while iodine usually helps stimulate the thyroid, too much iodine -- more than about 800 micrograms per day -- can actually cause the thyroid to become less active.

livestrong.com/article/4913...

[flashinthepan in reply to shaws]

i suffer from myxedema hypothyroidism :s will that be ok?:S i speak to my doc on monday

[flashinthepan in reply to flashinthepan]

it is also auto immune too:s

[shaws Administrator in reply to flashinthepan]

I have hypothyroidism and I wouldn't take food which contains iodine but that is my personal view. We have had similar questions previously and this is a link which may be helpful:

healthunlocked.com/search/I...

[greygoose in reply to flashinthepan]

That is Hashi's. And it says above 'too much iodine can be harmful for those with hyperthyroidism -- an overactive thyroid -- as well as those with Hashimoto’s disease, an immune system-related thyroid disorder.' That's you.

I have Hashi's and no way would I take spirulina. You are already taking iodine when you take your thyroid hormone replacement. You can have too much of a good thing, you know, especially when it comes to iodine!

Hugs, Grey

[faith63]

Do you have Hashimoto's? Iodine can make some people so much more ill. I would be aware of your symptoms. I do not take supplements containing Iodine, just to be on the safe side.

[joyce59]

while i wasnt taking levo i bought some sea kelp from holland in barrett as i was hoping it would help with my hair and skin condition. was then told by a medic best not take then as it may affect a future blood reading.

[5858]

Even before I had Hashi's I took Spirulina and it made me so hyper......I wouldn't mess with it. Susita

[flashinthepan in reply to 5858]

ok no worries i never felt any symptoms off it oh well

[5858]

All the best to you...xo Susita