I went to my biomeridian and nutrition specialist yesterday and received the good news that my overall health is better.I am still deficient in certain vitamins and minerals, though, so I walked out of the office (and then the health food grocery) with an armful of supplements. Among the elements that I require: iodine, sodium, and all fat solubles (A, E, D) since I am not digesting fats. Surprising to learn that I am missing iodine, and that I can't make up for it in regular salt.
To explain the iodine / salt paradox, Jean gave me a book titled Iodine: Why you Need It, Why You Can't Live Without It by David Brownstein, MD. Really interesting material which ties low iodine to autoimmune diseases of the thyroid and certain cancers. Apparently, iodized salt does more harm than good, so Dr. Brownstein - along with Jean - recommends taking it in supplements as a combination of iodine and iodide. I started with my low dose this morning and I am curious to see if I can tell the difference.
Also shocking to hear that I need more salt, since many doctors I have spoken with in the past call salt one of the worst items you can eat. Dr. Brownstein agrees that table salt is terrible for us, but says that unprocessed sea salt can be helpful. A balance of potassium and sodium is necessary for the body, and an extra 1/3 tsp per day (my recommended addition) does not equate to mounds of extra salt, but still I was surprised.
Grateful for new knowledge in this area as I am always moving forward in my search for health. Grateful also for Jean and her caring, learned advice. Let me know if anyone has questions on the iodine / salt dilemma: I will let you know how my trial goes.
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