I still don't feel well (very tired and the most dreadful brain fog which has stopped me driving) and wondered how I would know if an iodine supplement might help? Any thoughts would be most appreciated.
Thorne Basic B recommended vitamin B complex that contains folate, but they are large capsules. (You can tip powder out if can’t swallow capsule) Thorne can be difficult to find at reasonable price, should be around £20-£25. iherb.com often have in stock. Or try ebay
IMPORTANT......If you are taking vitamin B complex, or any supplements containing biotin, remember to stop these 7 days before ALL BLOOD TESTS , as biotin can falsely affect test results
In week before blood test, when you stop vitamin B complex, you might want to consider taking a separate folate supplement (eg Jarrow methyl folate 400mcg) and continue separate B12
Post discussing how biotin can affect test results
Thank you for replying. Taking 3 drops of nutri advanced D3 with K2 (1000iu) and Nature Provides b12. Have tried Thorne Basic B but didn’t feel good on that with the vit d, yet seem to tolerate both ok on their own - had strange sensation in neck and very spaced out. Will try increasing D. I have some Better You magnesium which I use a couple of times a week. Perhaps it is B vits I need…
Been dairy free for a couple of weeks to try but nothing noticeable. Not gluten free but have tried before - worth trying again. Had wondered if anyone benefited from iodine.
Click on "Read the list of available tests" and on page 3 of the pdf you'll see
Urine Iodine Test:
Specimen requirements: Urine
Cost: £76
Order Code: END25
Turnaround time: 5 - 10 days
Iodine is an essential trace element, vital for healthy thyroid function. Adequate levels are required to enable the production of T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, whilst also being required in other areas of health.
Deficiencies can lead to impaired heat and energy production, mental function and slow metabolism. Urine iodine is one of the best measures of iodine status. This test is not performed as a loading test, but can be used to establish existing levels or to monitor iodine supplementation.
Thank you - I will try those. I thought Vit D was still too low so will up dose. Don't eat much fish but eat eggs., though will try to eat more. Not my favourite. Mother had Graves and NAFLD so need to be mindful I think, especially with thyroid antibodies.
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