Iodine & Tyrosine

$20.75


IODINE & TYROSINE

essential mineral and amino acid support for the thyroid gland*

  • key nutrients for thyroid support*
  • also promotes healthy adrenal function*
  • made without flowing agents that can inhibit bioavailability
Item Product Size
M219 Iodine & Tyrosine 60 Vegetarian Capsules

PRODUCT INFORMATION

The thyroid hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), are produced by the thyroid gland. The major form of thyroid hormone in the blood is thyroxine (T4); in fact, there is generally 20 times more T4 in the blood than T3. The thyroid hormones are essential to the proper development and differentiation of all cells of the human body.* The thyroid hormones regulate the metabolism of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, affecting how humans use these compounds to produce energy.* Thyroid hormones have important functions in the body; for example, thyroxine supports cardiac output, heart rate, respiratory rate, and basal metabolic rate.*

The thyroid gland cannot produce its hormones without the presence of the amino acid L-tyrosine and the mineral iodine.* Thus, a deficiency of either the amino acid or the mineral or both could contribute to low thyroid hormone levels.* Studies have found L-tyrosine may be beneficial for treating fatigue, a common symptom of low thyroid hormone levels.*

Individuals should be aware that some foods can cause a relative iodine deficiency by binding to iodine, making it inaccessible for thyroid hormone production, although cooking these foods tends to make them less so. Such foods include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale, soy, peanuts, pine nuts, turnips, and rutabaga.

Tyrosine is also an important cofactor for adrenal neurotransmitter synthesis, as it is converted in the adrenal glands into dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.*


INGREDIENTS

One Capsule Contains:
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 225 mcg.
L-Tyrosine 500 mg.
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Silicon Dioxide.

Suggested Use

Take 1 capsule two times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner.


STATEMENTS AND WARNINGS

ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

Iodine can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

EXCIPIENT FREE
This product does not contain wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, soy, egg, dairy products, or artificial colors, sweeteners, or flavors. This product also does not contain lactose, palmitic acid, or magnesium, calcium, or vegetable stearates.

PREGNANCY WARNING
If pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.

INTERACTIONS
Tyrosine supplementation is contraindicated in individuals taking an MAO inhibitor antidepressant medication.


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 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.