i-Throid 12.5 mg 90 Vegetable Capsules

Q: What are the benefits of i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

i-Throid supplies iodine, an essential building block for the thyroid hormones T4 and T3. Those hormones help regulate normal metabolic activity and the way cells use energy. Each capsule contains 7.5 mg iodide and 5 mg free iodine. These are two sources of iodine, not two separate thyroid hormones. The concentrated strength is intended for an individually assessed supplementation plan, not as a general energy booster. A larger dose does not necessarily provide a greater nutritional benefit.

Q: Who should take i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

This strength is best considered by adults whose healthcare professional has specifically recommended concentrated iodine after reviewing their thyroid health, diet, and other supplements. One capsule provides 12.5 mg iodine, well above the usual adult nutritional requirement of 150 mcg daily. It is not a routine prenatal or children's supplement. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a thyroid condition, or use prescription medicines, obtain individualized advice before taking it. Do not replace prescribed thyroid medication with this iodine formula.

Q: Are there any side effects of taking i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

Yes. Excess iodine can disrupt thyroid function, causing an underactive or overactive thyroid or thyroid inflammation. This capsule's 12,500 mcg iodine exceeds the adult upper intake level of 1,100 mcg daily, so healthcare professional supervision matters. High-dose iodine can interact with antithyroid medicines. Potassium iodide can also interact with ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics, increasing the risk of elevated blood potassium. Review your medicines and other iodine sources with your clinician before use. The label warning is: Keep out of reach of children.

Q: How does i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules support overall health?

Iodine supports overall health through its established role in normal thyroid hormone production. The thyroid concentrates iodide and uses iodine to build T4 and T3, which help coordinate metabolic processes across the body. i-Throid provides iodide and free iodine in one vegetable capsule; it does not contain those hormones. The formula also declares 2.5 mg potassium per serving, but it is not a potassium-replacement supplement. Maintaining an appropriate iodine intake matters more than simply increasing the amount consumed.

Description

i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules by RLC Labs – Thyroid Nutrition Iodine Supplement

i-Throid® 12.5 mg capsules by RLC Labs provide iodine in vegetable capsules, combining 7.5 mg of iodide with 5 mg of free iodine per serving. This concentrated iodine supplement supplies a mineral the thyroid uses to make its hormones, rather than supplying thyroid hormones themselves.

The 90-capsule bottle is a focused formula, not a multivitamin or a broad mineral blend. Its milligram-level strength is substantially higher than everyday nutritional requirements. Choosing this strength calls for a healthcare professional's assessment of your iodine intake, thyroid health, and medications; more iodine is not automatically better for thyroid function.

Key i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules Benefits

Provides iodine needed for normal thyroid hormone production, supplying a nutritional building block rather than ready-made thyroid hormones.
Contributes to healthy metabolism through iodine's essential role in the thyroid hormones that help regulate how cells use energy.
Supplies a defined iodine source for an individually assessed nutrition plan, with both iodide and free iodine identified separately.

How i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules Works

The thyroid takes up iodide from the bloodstream and incorporates iodine into a protein used to build thyroxine, known as T4, and triiodothyronine, known as T3. These hormones carry signals that help coordinate metabolic activity throughout the body. Iodine is a raw material in this process, not a stimulant.

i-Throid supplies potassium iodide and free iodine, two sources of the same essential mineral. Providing both does not mean the body needs an unlimited supply. Excess iodine can disrupt normal thyroid regulation, so a higher intake should not be used as a shortcut for increasing energy or changing body weight.

Key Functional Ingredients Include:

Iodine: Supports normal thyroid hormone synthesis by supplying iodine atoms that become part of T4 and T3. This nutritional role connects iodine intake with the body's regulation of energy use. The iodide and free iodine in this formula contribute to that same function; excess intake can interfere with it.

i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules Is Formulated For

Adults whose healthcare professional has specifically recommended this concentrated iodine strength after reviewing individual needs.
People seeking vegetable capsules with separately declared iodide and free iodine amounts, rather than an iodine-containing multivitamin.
Those following a supervised iodine plan who understand that this is not a routine low-dose supplement or a substitute for prescribed thyroid medication.

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Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule daily or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Serving Size: 1 Vegetable Capsule
Servings Per Container: 90

Amount Per Serving:
Iodide (from Potassium Iodide USP) ... 7.5 mg ... 5000% Daily Value
Iodine (from Free Iodine USP) ... 5 mg ... 3333% Daily Value
Potassium (from Potassium Iodide USP) ... 2.5 mg ... <1% Daily Value

Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica and Magnesium Stearate and Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin in Vegetable (Cellulose) Capsules.

Contains: Iodine

Does Not Contain: Does not contain any corn, dairy, egg, fish, glutens, peanuts, rice, shellfish, soy, sugar, yeast, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.

Warnings/Cautions: Keep out of reach of children.

Additional precautions: Each capsule supplies 12.5 mg (12,500 mcg) of iodine, above the adult tolerable upper intake level of 1,100 mcg daily. Use only under healthcare professional supervision. Excess iodine can cause an underactive or overactive thyroid and thyroid inflammation, particularly in susceptible people. Consult your clinician before use if you have a thyroid condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take medications. High-dose iodine can interact with antithyroid medicines; potassium iodide can interact with ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics, increasing the risk of elevated blood potassium. Review other iodine supplements and iodine-containing medicines with your clinician before combining them.

Frequently Asked Questions About i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules

What are the benefits of i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

i-Throid supplies iodine, an essential building block for the thyroid hormones T4 and T3. Those hormones help regulate normal metabolic activity and the way cells use energy. Each capsule contains 7.5 mg iodide and 5 mg free iodine. These are two sources of iodine, not two separate thyroid hormones. The concentrated strength is intended for an individually assessed supplementation plan, not as a general energy booster. A larger dose does not necessarily provide a greater nutritional benefit.

Who should take i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

This strength is best considered by adults whose healthcare professional has specifically recommended concentrated iodine after reviewing their thyroid health, diet, and other supplements. One capsule provides 12.5 mg iodine, well above the usual adult nutritional requirement of 150 mcg daily. It is not a routine prenatal or children's supplement. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a thyroid condition, or use prescription medicines, obtain individualized advice before taking it. Do not replace prescribed thyroid medication with this iodine formula.

Are there any side effects of taking i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules?

Yes. Excess iodine can disrupt thyroid function, causing an underactive or overactive thyroid or thyroid inflammation. This capsule's 12,500 mcg iodine exceeds the adult upper intake level of 1,100 mcg daily, so healthcare professional supervision matters. High-dose iodine can interact with antithyroid medicines. Potassium iodide can also interact with ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics, increasing the risk of elevated blood potassium. Review your medicines and other iodine sources with your clinician before use. The label warning is: Keep out of reach of children.

How does i-Throid® 12.5 mg 90 Capsules support overall health?

Iodine supports overall health through its established role in normal thyroid hormone production. The thyroid concentrates iodide and uses iodine to build T4 and T3, which help coordinate metabolic processes across the body. i-Throid provides iodide and free iodine in one vegetable capsule; it does not contain those hormones. The formula also declares 2.5 mg potassium per serving, but it is not a potassium-replacement supplement. Maintaining an appropriate iodine intake matters more than simply increasing the amount consumed.