{"product_id":"iodine-why-you-need-it-by-david-brownstein-rare-books","title":"Iodine Why You Need It by David Brownstein [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn \u003cem data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eIodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It\u003c\/em\u003e, Dr. David Brownstein—in the 5th edition—presents iodine as a fundamental yet widely misunderstood nutrient, essential not only for thyroid hormone production but for overall cellular, hormonal, immune, and detoxification function. He contends that iodine deficiency has reached epidemic proportions in the United States—supported by national surveys showing declining iodine levels and clinical data from his own holistic medical practice, where over 90% of patients tested deficient. The book addresses the myth that iodized salt alone supplies sufficient iodine, and discusses how environmental exposure to goitrogens—such as bromide, fluoride, and chlorine—compounds deficiency. Brownstein explores iodine’s role in thyroid disorders (e.g. Hashimoto’s, Graves’), fibrocystic breast disease and hormone-sensitive cancers, developmental conditions like ADHD and autism, and prenatal health. He also gives practical dosage guidelines, case histories, and advice on detoxing toxic halides. Throughout, he advocates overcoming medical “iodophobia” and adopting responsible iodine supplementation under professional supervision.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drbrownstein.directfrompublisher.com\/catalog\/book\/iodine?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/drbrownstein.directfrompublisher.com\/catalog\/book\/iodine?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eReviewers describe the book as accessible to general readers yet deeply informative for healthcare professionals, arguing that it “invokes a renaissance” in iodine therapy by challenging conventional medical paradigms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"353\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] bg-[#FCECC1] dark:bg-[#64572A] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Brownstein \u003c\/strong\u003eis a board-certified family physician and a pioneer of holistic medicine, serving as Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. A graduate of the University of Michigan and Wayne State University School of Medicine, he blends conventional training with nutritional and alternative therapies. Brownstein is known internationally for his presentations and published works on iodine, thyroid health, hormone balance, and detoxification. In addition to this iodine-focused title, he has authored numerous books including \u003cem data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eOvercoming Thyroid Disorders\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eThe Miracle of Natural Hormones\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"673\"\u003eVitamin B12 for Health\u003c\/em\u003e. A member of professional associations such as the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American College for the Advancement in Medicine, he has received accolades for his contributions to integrative medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"delayed-open\" aria-describedby=\"radix-«r4l»\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" aria-describedby=\"radix-«r4l»\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255611744442,"sku":"354FL5VR5-Used","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/aq_902dda33-b119-47fb-9ae4-bcd6f31476de.jpg?v=1761066631","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/iodine-why-you-need-it-by-david-brownstein-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}