Lugols Iodine Protocol

Uploaded by

Lizelle Davel

We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.

Available Formats

Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd

100% found this document useful (1 vote)

219 views3 pages

Lugols Iodine Protocol

Uploaded by

Lizelle Davel

We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.

Available Formats

Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd

You are on page 1/ 3

Supplementing Lugol’s Iodine(or Iodoral)

Bill Thompson
Disclaimer: The material offered is solely for educational and informational purposes. Any products and/
or information presented are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. These
statements have not been evaluated by the FDA (in USA.) The reader understands that the author is not
engaged in rendering health or medical advice or services. The author provides this information, and the
reader accepts it, with the understanding that people act on it at their own risk and with full knowledge
that they should consult with licensed primary care medical professionals for any medical assistance they
may need. The author is neither a medical nor nutritional professional. While I use this theory personally
that is my own opinion and individual choice; any person or individual is solely responsible to do their
own research and make their own decisions and have sole responsibility for what they choose to do
regarding the body and health.

This article covers aspects concerning the supplementation and use of Lugol’s iodine. It
is further advised, especially for complex thyroid problems, that users should if possible
engage an iodine-literate doctor or natural medicine practitioner to help monitor their
progress. This site provides contact information for iodine-literate doctors in the US:

US Iodine-and-Thyroid-Literate Practitioners Directory

http://www.breastcancerchoices.org/ipractitioners.html

The Iodine Protocol

Using 5% Lugol’s Iodine Solution (preferred) or Iodoral

Age Range Daily Dosage Comment

To get 1/2 drop of iodine dose, add one drop

0 to 3 years 1/2 to 1 drop
to a glass of water and pour out half the mix.

3 to 5 years 1 drop Dosage given for 5% Lugols Iodine.

5 to 9 years 2 drops Dosage given for 5% Lugols Iodine.

9 to 16 years 4 drops Dosage given for 5% Lugols Iodine.

8 drops (50 mgs)

16 years and up Dosage given for 5% Lugols Iodine.
or more

Taken in a glass of water with preferably with meals to assist with absorption.
Work up to the full iodine dosage and frequency slowly
Larger adult dosages should be taken in smaller split dosages 3 or 4 times a day
____________________________________________

Activity: anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitic – essential for the thyroid

gland – anti-cancer – anti-cyst -- anti-fibroid -- essential for whole body iodine needs –

Iodine Page 1 of 3
helps to regulate and stabilize the body’s hormones – reduces mucus – raises
metabolic efficiency – increases energy – chelates heavy metals – removes fluorine and
bromine from the body – helps regulate proper bone formation – heals breast cysts,
prostate cysts and uterine cysts — essential as ammunition for the immune system.

Lugol’s Iodine Drop to Mgs Conversion Chart

Lugol's Solution Total Dosage

Iodide Iodine
Concentration (per drop)
2% 1.50 mg 1.0 mg 2.50 mg
3% 2.25 mg 1.5 mg 3.75 mg
5% (preferred) 3.75 mg 2.5 mg 6.25 mg
7% 5.25 mg 3.5 mg 8.75 mg
10% 7.50 mg 5.0 mg 12.50 mg
15% 11.25 mg 7.5 mg 18.75 mg

Source and Availability: Chemists, vets (pet doctors) or from internet vendors.

Alternatives: You can also supplement Iodoral which is made by Optimox Corporation
(from internet vendors). Iodoral is just Lugols Iodine in pill form. You can only buy
Iodoral in 12.5 mgs (equivalent to 2 drops 5% LI) or 50 mgs (equivalent to 8 drops 5%
LI) per pill dosages. I prefer 5% LI solution because you can more easily vary and take
smaller dosages for kids.

Toxicity: Low

Caveats: Initially start this protocol with a small iodine dosage and work up to the full
dose and frequency slowly.
Comments: With larger dosages of iodine, make sure to slowly work up to the daily
iodine dosage given above and split the dosage throughout the day e.g. 2 drops taken
four times a day (for 8 drops total per day).

The Iodine Protocol companion nutrients should always also be taken along with Lugol’s
Iodine supplementation to avoid problems. See References below for more detailed
information on Iodine.

Avoid using the Nascent Iodine form because, unlike LI, this form of iodine does not
remove heavy metals or halides (bromine, fluorine) from the body.

Always take iodine with the Iodine Protocol companion nutrients on a daily basis –
which includes taking selenium, zinc, magnesium, vitamin C, B vitamins and higher
dose niacin every day as well -- see below for dosages.

Iodine Page 2 of 3
• Selenium – 200 to 400 mcg per day
• Magnesium – 400 to 1200 mg per day
• Zinc — 25 mgs per day
• Vitamin C – 3,000 to 10,000 mg per day
• Vitamins B2/B3 (ATP CoFactors) – 100 mg riboflavin and 500 mg no flush
niacin, inositol hexanicotinate form, 1 to 2 times a day
• Unrefined Salt (Celtic Sea Salt) – 1/2 tsp. with water per day

It is best to take most vitamins during the day. Vitamins are used to fuel the body, so
taking them late in the evening can cause trouble sleeping. Note: Vitamin C and B12
are exceptions and can be taken at night.

Take most minerals at night just before going to bed. Minerals are used to heal the
body which it does while you sleep. Taking them during the day can make a person tired
as the body is working to store them for night usage. Note: potassium is the mineral
exception as it is used every time a muscle is used and therefore is needed throughout
the day especially for those who engage in hard physical muscle usage. Not getting
enough potassium can cause muscle cramping.

For a good source of multivitamins (Gynovite for women, Androvite for men), Iodoral,
and ATP Cofactors see these suppliers:
iHerb.com
Pure Formulas

References:
The History of Iodine in Medicine Part 1
The History of Iodine in Medicine Part 2
The History of Iodine in Medicine Part 3
Optimox Research on Iodine
Iodine Research
Recommended Thyroid Lab Work
The Guide to Supplementing with Iodine
Iodine Companion Nutrients
Supplementing Lugols Iodine
The Magic of Lugol’s Iodine

Bill Thompson
Contact: bt130550@gmail.com

Iodine Page 3 of 3