Orthoplex Iodine 60caps

Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

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Orthoplex Green Iodine is part of the Orthoplex Green Range (formerly part of Orthoplex Blue Range)

• Orthoplex Green Iodine contains 225 micrograms of Iodine per capsule in a convenient, dose-compliant capsule form.
• Orthoplex Green Iodine provides this essential micromineral which is important as an integral component of thyroid hormones.

Iodine may help to support normal, healthy thyroid function. See your healthcare practitioner to check your need for supplemental iodine.

Orthoplex Green Iodine is Gluten Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Soy Protein Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Dose

Dose: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Take 1 capsule daily, or as recommended by your registered healthcare

indications

Indications: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

• Supports healthy thyroid gland function
• Supports metabolic rate
• Assists thyroid hormone production
• Supports healthy foetal brain/central nervous system development

Technical Information

Technical Information: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

The adult body contains approximately 15 – 20mg of iodine, 70 – 80% of which is found in the thyroid gland. Requirements for Iodine may increase with altered thyroid function, in particular during pregnancy and lactation. The Australian Recommended Dietary Intake of iodine is 225μg for pregnancy and 270μg for lactation.

Supports Thyroid Tissue and Important for the Formation of Thyroid Hormones

Iodine is an essential micronutrient and component of thyroid hormone synthesis and function.7 It typically functions in its ionic form – Iodide. Dietary Iodide is completely and rapidly absorbed and distributed throughout the extracellular fluid from where it permeates all tissues. However, the thyroid gland traps Iodide most aggressively by way of a sodium-dependant active transport system and against an Iodide gradient.1

Figure 1: Iodine’s role in thyroid hormone function 

Iodide is converted to Iodine and then condensed onto tyrosine residues on the backbone of a thyroglobulin molecule. The resulting iodothyroglobulins (mono-iodinated tyrosine – MIT and di-iodinated tyrosine – DIT) form the most important constituents of the colloid material present in the thyroid. Two DIT molecules coupled together form thyroxin (T4), while a DIT and a MIT result in the formation of tri-iodothyronine (T3).

A recent extensive and critical review of the literature established a recommendation of 150-230µg/day of iodine during pregnancy, lactation and the neonatal period.13

The majority of T3, which is known to be more biologically active than T4, is produced by peripheral conversion from T4 in a deiodination reaction. Both T3 and T4 are released from the thyroid gland into the blood stream by proteolysis and then bound to thyroid hormone binding protein; predominantly thyroxin binding globulin (TBG), which accounts for about three quarters of the bound hormone.9

Hormone output via the thyroid is regulated with the aid of both the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland. Via a negative feedback mechanism, the hypothalamus secretes thyrotropinreleasing hormone (TRH), which stimulates the pituitary to produce thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH signals the thyroid gland to capture Iodine from the blood in order to synthesize, store, and release T4. T4 is converted to its biologically active form – T3 – once it reaches its target cells.10 (Figure 1)

The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends an intake of at least 200μg of Iodine per day during pregnancy and postpartum.5

May Help to Support Breast Tissue Iodine concentrates in a variety of tissues, including the thyroid, mammary glands, salivary glands, and cervix. In fact, breast tissue concentrates of Iodine are higher than those in the thyroid gland. Furthermore, Iodine functions as an antioxidant and had been shown to have significant effects on oestrogen levels.18,19

References available upon request

ingredients

Ingredients: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Excipients

Excipients: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Glycine, leucine, colloidal anhydrous silica, vegetable capsule (Vcaps®).

Allergen Advice

Allergen Advice: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Gluten Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Soy Protein Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Storage

Storage: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Warning

Warning: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester. If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your healthcare practitioner. Vitamin and mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.

Contraindications

Contraindications: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Anti-thyroid drugs

Suitable in pregnancy & lactation

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy & Lactation: Orthoplex Green Iodine 60caps

Suitable in pregnancy & lactation

Orthoplex Green

Orthoplex Green

The Orthoplex Green range focusses on supporting practitioners who need to deliver nutrients to patients who may be facing intolerances or other sensitivities.

The Orthoplex Green range leverages only the highest quality raw ingredients, provided in a capsule form, making it the best choices for practitioners working with sensitive patients.

Orthoplex Green products are of the highest possible standard of purity, with the capsule format eliminating the need for excipients.

Orthoplex Green formulations have been specifically designed with sensitive individuals in mind, with ultra-low excipient capsules used to deliver a controlled dose of specific nutrients. All products in the range are created to be as hypoallergenic as possible and contain no stearates.

Orthoplex Green range has: · Low-allergen formulations · Maximise absorption · Purity of raw ingredients · Suitable for sensitive individuals

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