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In hypothyroidism, do you always do an iodine test? Is it okay to supplement with iodine without testing if eating a few of the foods rich in iodine?

In hypothyroidism, do you always do an iodine test? Is it okay to supplement with iodine without testing if eating a few of the foods rich in iodine?

Chris Kresser: I think it is. But you want to be careful especially if they have Hashimoto’s. Start at a very low dose and then build up slowly.

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