Why People should NOT take Potassium Iodide

In light of the latest news about the Japanese nuclear reactor meltdowns, there is a wave of panic as potassium iodide (KI) supplies are sold out in the US.  I am not taking KI, nor am I recommending it for my patients, family or friends.  I urge people not to take KI supplements because KI should be only taken under the supervision of a physician, as it needs to be dosed every 24 hours to be effective when there is a documented exposure to radioactive iodine and dosing iodine over long periods of time may suppress normal thyroid function.  Lastly, some people may experience side effects or allergic reaction to KI and the ingredients in the pills.  Nonetheless, I do believe taking steps to maintain a healthy immunity will help one to reduce the effects of radiation exposure:
1.  Drink purified alkaline water, such as Kangen water or diluted Willard Water;
2.  Eat an organic, whole foods based diet including dark leafy greens, whole grains and a variety of produce;
3.  Consume chlorella and spirulina, both of which have been shown to reduce the effects of radiation;
4.  Consume sea vegetables for natural sources of iodine without the side effects mentioned above - such as seaweed, kelp, dulse, nori, wakame and the like, as these foods will NOT suppress normal thyroid function;
5.  Consume probiotic foods such as non-GMO miso, yogurt or Jerusalem Artichoke Flour (which can be sprinkled over food or put into fresh juices;
6.  Consume fresh, raw foods especially fresh juices


I will post my radiation exposure detoxification protocol shortly.  Stay well!