#393 Iodine For Thyroid Health; Why It Matters More Than You Think with Dr David Brownstein.

#393 Iodine For Thyroid Health; Why It Matters More Than You Think with Dr David Brownstein.

Author: Chemaine Linnie August 28, 2025 Duration: 1:08:05
It was my absolute pleasure to have a conversation with the legendary Dr David Brownstein recently about the very important relationship of Iodine and Thyroid. In this episode we explore why iodine is essential for thyroid function, how deficiencies can contribute to fatigue, hormone imbalances, hair loss, weight gain, and autoimmune thyroid disease, and what you need to know before supplementing. Dr. Brownstein is a leading expert in holistic thyroid care and the author of Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It. Together, we discuss: What is iodine and why is it so important How common is iodine deficiency and the symptoms The link between iodine, thyroid hormone production and its efficacy How synthetic thyroid hormone has been shown to increase breast cancer risk by 50% How iodine deficiency can not be addressed with food The best way to get iodine and dosing Common myths and fears about iodine supplementation And lots more! Maybe iodine is the missing piece in YOUR thyroid health? Take a listen to find out more! Dr. David Brownstein is a Board-Certified, family physician. He is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine and is the Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and others about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice, including the importance of Iodine therapy. He is author of 17 books including the highly respected and referenced book, "Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It". Find out more about Dr Brownstein here; Book - Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It - https://a.co/d/bO1TUGb YouTube - ‪@drdavidbrownstein‬ Instagram - / centerforholisticmedicine Website - https://www.drbrownstein.com/ 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.

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