Hyper and Hypo...??
Ok.. first a quick update on where I am with my
Iodine protocol.
Week 8 already and am on 14 drops (twice a day) of
Lugols 15%!!
Everytime I've had any detox symptoms I have done the 'Salt Flush' and alleviated many of the problems. Next day (I don't know why.. just instinct I suppose!!) I tend to step up the
Iodine by a drop. Hence now being on 14 drops (Twice).
Of course, I have also been taking the Magnesium, Selenium, Multi-B vits, plenty of Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Digestive Enzymes, Betaine HCL, Probiotics, Borax... Also daily protein supplement mix (trying to gain weight!), includes BCAAs, L-Glutathione, Glutamine, MSM, Glucosamine Sulphate, powdered Oats. (Of the top of my head!)
I keep a daily diary of Basal Temperature, Blood pressure (sitting and standing) and resting pulse (again sitting and standing).
My resting pulse is still in the 'normal' range of between 72bpm and 82bpm.. Pre
Iodine it was a minimum of around 95!
But my basal temp has not changed. Average is still aroun 35.9 C.
Blood pressure average 120/70. Good.
I have at present no idea of what is happening with regards to hormones (thryoid or otherwise).. I feel a little better and a lot calmer. No more tremors, but am still having almost daily headaches, quite intense at times, usually following on from extreme stiffness in the neck and shoulder area. Generally tight muscles in the back, especially mid, low and hip areas. My forearm muscles ache whilst typing this. I sleep like a log (at least 8 hrs) but wake up with difficulty - I have to really force myself to get up! I still have brain fog and major lethargy at times. I can't be bothered with anything and feel restless. My eyes are still bulging and sore (especially in bright light)...
All in all, I think I have come a long way. Many positives, yet lingering negatives.I know I am probably highly toxic on all levels. Detox is key.
I still fear relapse of hyper symptoms although I know I am hypothyroid due to low basal temp. I don't trust the Doctors and have no other help but these forums. I just sometimes wish for some more guidance on whether I am missing something or not?? :|