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How Are Iodide and Iodine Different?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 24, 2022

Iodine is a naturally occurring element necessary for human growth and metabolic function. Its chemical symbol is I and its atomic number is 53 on the Periodic Table of Elements. It is one of the rarer earth elements necessary for life. Most of the earth's iodine can be found in the oceans. Iodine and IodideLength: 2 minutes What Is Elemental Iodine? In nature, iodine exists as elemental iodine or as an iodide. Elemental iodine is two iodine atoms bonded together. In this form, iodine should never be ingested or applied […]

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Iodine and Radiation — How it Works

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 24, 2022

Iodine is often used to protect the thyroid from the effects of radiation[1] — as we were clearly reminded during the nuclear disaster at Fukushima in 2011. While iodine protects against radiation poisoning of the thyroid, its radioactive state has also proven a useful emergency medical tool. It is also worth noting that we believe that nascent iodine is the most effective form of iodine for supplementation because of its high bioavailability, making it easier for the body to break down and utilize. Iodine and RadiationLength: 2 minutes How Iodine […]

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Potassium Iodide: Radiation Protection, Benefits, & Side Effects

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 24, 2022

Potassium Iodide is a white, odorless chemical compound made up of 76% iodine and 23% potassium. You might also see it represented by its chemical formula, KI: K for potassium and I for iodine. As a supplement, KI exists in tablet or liquid form. Potassium iodide’s most well-known use is in radiation emergencies when it’s taken to flood out the radioactive iodine with a stable, safe iodine form. Healthcare providers also use potassium iodine during surgeries or as a topical skin treatment, and individuals may use it as a nutritional […]

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Benefits of Moringa: A Nutritional Powerhouse

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Mar 12, 2021

Famously called "the miracle tree" thanks to its exceptional nutritional content and therapeutic potential, moringa more than lives up to its name.[1] Moringa offers numerous health benefits, including protecting against free radicals and promoting a strong immune system in all stages of life. Among other things, moringa supports the heart, brain, and liver, and can even give your sex drive a boost. You might see it sold as a "superfood" in grocery and health food stores, but moringa is no passing fad. For centuries, people have consumed various parts of […]

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Lift Your Mood! 16 Natural Mood Enhancers

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published May 11, 2020

Some days, you wake up feeling energetic, happy, and positive about the day ahead. Others, you may wake up on the wrong side of the bed, feeling irritable and blue with low energy. You might think, "I’m not at my best," and do what you can to get through it. Whether it’s work or family or financial woes causing stress, there are natural mood-enhancing supplements you can take to help. Taking care of your mental health is as important as caring for your physical health and well-being. Mood-enhancing supplements are […]

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