California has restricted the ability to purchase tincture of iodine over-the-counter, by Rx or through veterinary/feed supplies. I therefore resorted to the povidone-iodine swabs. The absorption appears to run the same course as tincture of iodine would. Does anyone have suggestions for obtaining Tinture of Iodine if you live in California? [restricted due to being an ingredient of making methamphetamines] I could comment, but that's another day!
Also - diagnosed 4+ years ago with hypothyroid. 45+ wt gain despite restricted/organic diet, and all of the symptoms of malfunctioning thyroid. [Friends think I should look like a stick with the dietery intake I have.] Needless to say, I have been VERY frustrated. The last physician visit 1-1/2 months ago, he said, "Maybe you're not absorbing the Armour 120mg well." He's taken wait-and-see approach, and I do respect his holistic approach. Through research of my own and finding this site, among others, I tried the test and now have started kelp supplements. I've lost 4 pounds in one week - the first weight loss in 4 years! Thanks for this site and for all of your various comments and questions. I'm very grateful! s/ a fotobug