Iodine

Iodine (colloidal iodine) and Cancer

Iodine is a chemical element with the symbol I and atomic number 53. It is a halogen that occurs naturally in trace amounts in seawater and in various minerals. It is essential for human health, playing an important role in thyroid hormone production and development.

Iodine is believed to have anticancer effects on P53, a tumor suppressor gene. When iodine is present, it can activate P53, which then triggers the expression of genes that promote apoptosis (cell death) in cancer cells. Thus, iodine can effectively inhibit tumor growth by killing off cancer cells. Moreover, iodine can also prevent the spread of tumors, as it reduces the production of proteins that help cancer cells to metastasize (spread to other parts of the body). Furthermore, iodine has also been found to directly interact with cancer cells, binding to their receptors and inhibiting their growth and division.

Iodine levels in cancer patients are often very low.

Before you start supplementing, check your iodine levels. The most accurate test is an iodine urine test.

Iodine is best taken before lunch as it can increase your energy levels and cause trouble sleeping if taken at night.

Iodine in breast cancer {article}

Iodine can also help to convert certain hormones, such as thyroxine, into their active forms.

Iodine facilitates the action of selenium in protecting cells from oxidative damage, thus having a synergistic antioxidant effect.

Iodine and zinc have a synergistic effect in promoting the development of the immune system.

Delgado-González, Evangelina & Ríos-Arellano, Ericka & Anguiano, Brenda & Aceves, Carmen. (2024). Molecular Iodine Improves the Efficacy and Reduces the Side Effects of Metronomic Cyclophosphamide Treatment against Mammary Cancer Progression. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 25. 8822. 10.3390/ijms25168822.