Hi Linda, no problem. Well, I'm not completely certain about kelp etc, becuase they can be contaminated too. Best to get a tested brand if you're going to try it.
I'm not sure of the best way to take iodine. I have it already in my multi supplement (potassium iodide 100 mcg), plus I take lugol's which apparently is a good one and iodol. I have a diluted version of lugol's though, so I only get 250 mcg per drop (I take 4 drops a day).
Perhaps it is better to take supplement iodine itself, rather than seaweed, so you can more carefully gauge how much you're getting. I think kelp can contain varied amounts. But that's up to you. It depends how you respond.
I think these links here are good to read on the matter
http://www.alkalizeforhealth.net/Liodine.htmhttp://www.alkalizeforhealth.net/Liodine2.htmand/or simply google benefits of iodine to find out more. Unfortunately, as with anything, you get contradictory statements on the dose side of it and how much is best....But from what I understand 150 mcg is the apparent RDA, however this is only to prevent goiter, but is apparently far from optimal doses, especially if you are toxic! Doses can go up to far higher doses for people and apparently the body excretes the excess. I have heard it's probably not wise to go over 1500 mcg a day, unless under medical guidance. But again, you'll find differing ideas on this also.
These websites that state that die off/healing in candida only go for a day or a week or two, in my experience certainly don't speak for most people I know on forums who have candida. perhaps they speak for those who have just a temporary problem, but are usually healthy and doesn't take long to get themselves back into balance. Those with long standing problems, take many weeks and sometimes months. And usually people with these problems crash easily from cheating on their diet, even a mild cheat (i'm one of those). I also stay away from coffee too, I'm finding that is a big issue as well. Not sure what the heck it does, but did read somewhere it can wipe out a lot of good bacteria (even just one cup). Whatever the truth, probably wise to stay away from it. It also stresses adrenals as well and I've experienced that!
Yep, I"m going through the Easter thing too Linda. Cravings and seeing all those chocolate easter eggs and having to sit there and put up with it. But the aftermarth of cheating isn't worth the momentary pleasure!
