If radioactive iodine is released during a nuclear accident or detonation, your thyroid absorbs iodine from the bloodstream. Take potassium iodide before or shortly after exposure to saturate the thyroid and reduce radioactive uptake. | Rob Benson

During a nuclear event, radioactive iodine can be released into the air. Your thyroid absorbs iodine, whether it’s safe or radioactive. If you don’t block it with potassium iodide, your thyroid may take in radioactive iodine. Short term, this can cause swelling, pain, and inflammation. Long term, it raises your risk of thyroid cancer and permanent damage. So when should you take it? If you’re outside the fallout path by hundreds of miles, don’t. If you’re within 50 miles and downwind, you likely

We discuss the complexities of iodine testing and why individual urinary and serum tests may not reflect true nutritional status. Learn about accurate ways to assess iodine intake based on consumption rather than unreliable test results. Discover the science behind it all! This episode is packed with information every person should hear! Comment the word PODCAST and I will DM you the link. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-to-the-basics/id1740199670 | Modern Endocrine