As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in early 2022, Russia’s nuclear arsenal went on high alert and attacks were imminent on Ukraine’s nuclear facilities. It drove huge demand for potassium iodide pills. The crisis led to a run-on and depletion of all forms of potassium iodide in both Europe and in the U.S.
Anbex, Inc., which supplies the pills to many retailers, was completely out of stock until summer, 2022.
Potassium iodide is believed to offer limited protection from radioactive material released during such a nuclear incident.
But potassium iodide is not a “magic bullet” for radiation protection.
Potassium iodide, (KI), only offers the thyroid gland protection against internal radiation from radioactive iodine (radioiodine) taken into the body. It will NOT protect against external or internal radiation from radionuclides other than radioiodine. Potassium iodide, if taken either right before or very soon after a radioactive material release, and if taken in the proper dose, will block the uptake of radioiodine by the thyroid.
That means when a person takes potassium iodide in the usually recommended dose of 130 milligrams for adults, the thyroid becomes saturated with stable iodine, becoming “full” and meaning the gland can’t absorb radioiodine. A single dose protects the thyroid gland for just 24 hours. (source)
This is NOT a strategy that should be used as a long-term preventive because it only protects your thyroid for one to three days, no longer, and taking it when not absolutely necessary could result in thyrotoxicosis.
‘How to Use Potassium Iodide After a Nuclear Emergency‘ (FDA Dosages): PDF
• Adults take one dose of 130mg of potassium iodide per day.
• Children who are 3-18 and weigh less than 150 pounds take a half dose (65mg)
• Children 1 month to 3 years take a quarter dose (32.5mg)
• Infants up to one month take a eighth dose (16.25mg)
Children are particularly vulnerable to radioiodine absorption by the thyroid gland, meaning that alongside pregnant women, they should be prioritized in the distribution of potassium iodide pills.
People should not take potassium iodide if they are allergic to iodine or are hyperthyroid.
Now switching gears…
Below the video, I’ll share 2 other ways to get the levels needed should you not have potassium iodide (KI) in hand.
Looking Beyond Emergency Use: Why is Daily Iodine SO important
Dr. Berg clearly explains the irreplaceable value of iodine all the time, not just in an emergency. It will open your eyes as to why iodine deficiency drives so many health problems today (weight gain, brain fog, fibrocystic breast, PCOS, cravings in pregnancy, prostate enlargement, depression, starting at 10:30:00).
16 minutes.
At around timestamp 14:00: To address the health issues mentioned in the video, Dr. Berg mentioned 600 mg of sea vegetables (kelp, bladderwrack, kombu)/day to get enough daily iodine. However, I do not believe this would be enough in event of fallout. The product we take has that amount in just 4 capsules/day.
Other Alternatives to Potassium Iodide in a Nuclear Emergency? Yes!
1. Lugol’s 2% solution can also protect the thyroid from radiation injury. Lugol’s 2% is a liquid combination of potassium iodide and iodine first formulated in 1829 by Dr. Jean Lugol. At the 2% concentration, 1 drop = approximately 2.5 – 3 mg of iodine. 20 drops equals a milliliter. Therefore, 1 milliliter (20 drops) of 2% Lugol’s equals about 65 mg, the same dose as a Thyrosafe tablet. (source- Joseph Alton, MD, Survival Medicine)
• The daily adult dose of Lugol’s 2% is 130 mg. in a radiation event, so 2 milliliters (40 drops) orally should be sufficient to block radioactive iodine in those over 12 years of age and over 150 pounds (about 70 kg).
• For children over the age of 3 – or adults less than 150 pounds, 1 milliliter (20 drops) or 65 mg. should suffice as a daily dose.
• For small children over 1 months to three years, ½ milliliter (10 drops) or 32 mg iodine should be enough.
• For newborns, ¼ ml (5 drops) or 16 mg.
Lugol’s should be followed by a full glass of water, juice, milk, or broth.
2. Most people in Japan consume 14.5 gm of seaweed a day, according to their public health officials, and they are extremely healthy. They don’t need to take potassium iodide tablets for fallout. They consume enough iodine daily in the seaweed they eat. (source)
Is There Anything Known (Tested) to Remove Radiation Particles (Fallout) From the Body?
When I’m asked, “Will Advanced TRS (a nanozeolite clinoptilolite) remove radiation particles or radioactive elements?“, I can reply, “Yes“. Science shows that it does.
“Advanced TRS will only remove physical radioactive particles that are positively-charged. It will not remove radiation such as x-rays because the x-ray exists only transiently in your tissues during the procedure. However, ATRS may remove some of the acidic byproducts created by such energies.” ~FAQ page, see section “What Will Advanced TRS Remove?”
Zeolites’ binding power was proven during the Chernobyl disaster, when tons of impure earth-mined zeolites were used to remove radioactive cesium and strontium-90 before they contaminated local water systems.” (source) Now we have a pure source in Advanced TRS, a 2-ingredient nano-zeolite spray product for oral or topical use.
(See this definitive PubMed study stating, “zeolites are among the most important inorganic cation exchangers and are used in industrial applications for drinking water and waste water treatment, nuclear waste, agriculture…”
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Carol Sanford
You mentioned Iodine for Prostate…how much and where can I read more on that?
Jacqueline
Carol, I invite you to watch the video by Dr. Berg. He mentions prostate and foods that help. Later, he recommends kelp tablets to get the correct amount of iodine daily. See the 2 timestamps noted in the post.
Also, this post will be interesting and helpful: https://thehomeschoolingdoctor.com/2015/07/20/iodine-and-the-prostate/
And this one: https://www.biowarriornutrition.com/blogs/blog-page/the-link-between-prostate-cancer-and-iodine
I hope that helps, ~Jacque
Kristen
I have Magnascent 2% nascent iodine (1 drop contains 350 mcg iodine) and Trace Minerals brand iodine (3 drops contains 225 mcg). What would you recommend for just a daily maintenance dose for good health? So far I have just used the recommended dosage on the bottle (currently doing 3 drops daily of the trace minerals one) and wondered if that’s enough. Thanks for all your helpful blog posts!
Jacqueline
Hi, Kristen,
That is hard for me to answer with a nascent iodine product which doeses in micrograms (mcgs).
I do believe, though, that the body needs far more than what we are recommended as all organs have need for iodine, not just the thyroid.
This post will be interesting and helpful: https://thehomeschoolingdoctor.com/2015/07/20/iodine-and-the-prostate/
And this one: https://www.biowarriornutrition.com/blogs/blog-page/the-link-between-prostate-cancer-and-iodine
I do know that 1950 mcg is what Mike Adams recommends daily with his nacsent iodine: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Global-Healing-Detoxadine-Organic-Nascent-Iodine-Liquid-Supplement-for-Thyroid-Support-1-fl-oz/749059451
I know that is NOT sufficient in the event of fallout as the adult dose per day in the event is 130mg to “fill” the thyroid.
I would consider getting a bottle of Lugol’s 2% and take as recommended in the blog post: “The daily adult dose is 130 mg. in a radiation event, so 2 millileters orally should be sufficient to block radioactive iodine in those over 12 years of age and over 150 pounds (about 70 kg).” That is 40 drops. REad the post for more details!
Sending peace,
Jacque
Andie
Hi, Jackie,
I am wondering if you have any suggestions for me. I was taking 5 drops Lugol’s in water and sprinkled kelp flakes on a lot of my food. I started breaking out with terrible acne on my chin… papules and pustules. I had never had acne in my life except for one or two pimples here and there. I read that the iodine is probably detoxing chlorine, bromine, and fluoride out of my body, which is great, but I stopped the iodine, also dairy and nuts, and pustules keep forming 🙁 I am currently using cell salt silecea 3x a day and putting raw honey on my chin at night. The acne has been bad for a little longer than a month now. Would you happen to know of any remedies for iodine-induced acne? I’ve been doing the cell salt and honey for almost a month now. It seems to look a little better, but I am wondering if there are better options out there you may know of. Thank you in advance 🙂
Jacqueline
Hi, Andie,
I have heard of what you describe and you are correct – it is from the detox of fluorine and bromine. This will explain it more: https://livingthenourishedlife.com/iodine-and-acne/
What I would do is use a cellular detox called TRS. You can read more about it here: https://deeprootsathome.com/surprise-trs-giveaway-4-true-detox-stories-from-real-people/
TRS will detox it out via your urine (not your skin) as the positively-charged fluorine and bromine are bound to the TRS zeolite mineral and excreted that way. It will also clean up heavy metals and other environmental toxins and work in a preventative way to strengthen your immune system. This explains: https://deeprootsathome.com/heavy-metals-need-to-go-they-are-food-for-viruses-bacteria-fungi/
My personal link for TRS is https://inspiredhealthtrs.mycoseva.com/shopline_category.html
The only other thing that I know will be some help is a homeopathic skin remedy: https://www.elixirs.com/products.cfm?productcode=hh1b
Blessings,
Jacqueline
I hope that helps!
Andie
Dear Jackie,
I wanted to come back here… 6 months later… and tell you THANK YOU!
I tried the homeopathic skin remedy you recommended shortly after you responded here. I was using it for many months, but once it cleared up just a little, I wasn’t seeing it progress much after that. (I love how it made my nails grow and look, though!)
Fast forward to last month – I purchased TRS and am SO HAPPY that I did! I started at 1 spray Week 1, then 2 sprays Week 2, then I just finished up Week 3 at 4 sprays. Tomorrow I will start 5 sprays. My acne has cleared up tremendously on my chin. It is almost gone!
I have also noticed more energy and alertness, less hair falling out when shampooing, and my mood is so great lately! The only “retracing” symptom that I’ve had so far is grinding my teeth in my sleep. I did that a while back when I was really stressed, and it seems to have resurfaced. (To put into perspective, I am a 34 year old female with no prior or current health issues and on zero medications. Stopped getting the flu shots in 2016 and no covid jab. I started eating organic and non-gmo last year when I went down the rabbit hole of the food industry. I have become very passionate of learning about, and putting into practice, natural health).
Anyways, I just wanted to provide an update and the results from using TRS so far, and again, thank you so much. I am so blessed that God led me to your website. It is a wonderful resource that I have bookmarked and also recommend to my family and friends.
Jacqueline
Hi, Andie!
I am super happy to hear your good report with TRS. It is my primary recommendation because it really deeply cleans up our terrain which allows our immune system to be at its best.
And I can predict that the grinding will stop pretty soon. It coming back (retracing) means that TRS is detoxing the root cause of the grinding. It may have something to do with underlying anxiety (and if so) that will also become less and less making for more restful sleep and mood.
Thank you for blessing me with that good news!
Jacque
Brandy
Hello, is there a pdf of this article that we can print and keep should the electrical grids go down?
Jacqueline
Hi, Brandy,
Yes, you can make a PDF of any post. Go to the very bottom of any post, and you will see portals you can go through to PRINT, make a PDF, or send an EMAIL.
I hope that helps,
Jacque