Can’t lose weight? Thyroid disorders?

The primary source of weight gain can be iodine deficiency and the resulting hypothyroidism, followed by decreased hormone levels.

Unfortunately, in modern civilized life, thyroid disorders are widespread. Three-quarters of thyroid patients are women, and 30 percent of all women suffer from thyroid disease. Among the various disorders, iodine-deficient hypothyroidism is the most common.

What does a healthy thyroid need?

The secret to an optimal metabolic process is simpler than you think! Your thyroid gland needs 3 essential minerals to function and be able to produce the right amount of hormones to balance your metabolism:  Iodine, Zinc, and Selenium. 

Iodine as a mineral is an essential component in the synthesis of thyroid hormones.

The thyroid gland is an endocrine organ that produces iodine-containing hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones are vital in regulating the body’s metabolic function and energy conversion, and their abnormal presence can cause serious illness.

Iodine deficiency can cause hypothyroidism, with the following symptoms:

• weight gain, even with proper nutrition or adequate exercise
• weakness and fatigue
• feeling unwell, insomnia
• nervousness, irritability or mood swings
• cold hands and feet
• dry skin, hair loss
• menstrual problems, decreased sexual desire, etc.

Prevention of thyroid disorder

Iodine is an essential component for the production of thyroid hormones; therefore, the intake of organic iodine is important. Zinc and Selenium are also essential trace elements involved in thyroid hormone metabolism.   PubMed:   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25758370/

How can I raise my iodine level naturally and safely?

One of the best alternatives for treating iodine deficiency is to introduce the amount of elemental iodine in the form of an organic liquid. Iodide and potassium iodide are NOT organic and not elemental form.  The latest research results clinically confirm the use of Fulvic-acid based food supplements, like

Dr. Kontos Iodine essential drops are perfectly water-soluble and instantly absorbable by the human body.

“Unexpected” benefits of elemental organic Fulvate complex Iodine:

• Shrinks cyst and reduces size of skin tags, by breaking down their connective tissue
• Scar regeneration
• Lessens depression
• Shrinks stones in parotid gland
• Balances estrogen, reduces cystic acne

Will taking iodine help me lose weight?

Thyroid hormones are also involved in the regulation of metabolism and macronutrient metabolism. Iodine deficiency disrupts the metabolism of thyroid hormones, thus playing an important role in weight loss. In the case of iodine deficiency, weight loss will be difficult to achieve, as the lack of hormonal regulation inhibits the desired process. Low iodine levels may slow your metabolism and encourage food to be stored as fat, rather than being burned as energy, so iodine deficiency can lead to weight gain.