Kelp (Natural Iodine)
Seaweed iodine. Natural but variable. Evidence is mixed, so set expectations accordingly.
Verdict
4/10 Limited
Evidence
Grade B / 100+ Studies
The No-BS Summary
8 things. 60 seconds. Everything you need.
WHAT IT DOES
Seaweed iodine. Natural but variable.
DOES IT WORK?
4/10 Limited. Natural iodine from seaweed. Amounts vary wildly between batches. Hard to dose accurately. Potassium iodide is more reliable.
HOW MUCH TO TAKE
Variable - check label
COST
Budget-friendly. $20-35/month for quality brands.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Don't expect miracles on day one. It's building in your system.
AFTER A FEW WEEKS
Give it 4-8 weeks for full effects. Patience pays.
SAFETY
Few things to check: variable_dosing, contamination_risk. Worth mentioning to your doc.
HOW IT FEELS
Same as iodine. Seaweed taste.
QUICK ANSWERS
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