Hi Rogue. What does the iodine actual do? Is iodine naturally occurring in sea salt? How about those "table salt" that has iodine added? Good? Thank you in advance.
Take care.
MS
Excellent question.
Iodine is a mineral that is needed in the diet to ensure that the thyroid works properly.
Thyroid hormones play an important role in a wide range of bodily functions, including metabolism, bone health, immune response, and development of the central nervous system (CNS). Especially in the presence of PED's
Iodine helps convert thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) to triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). This conversion is important for the thyroid to function properly.
An iodine imbalance can lead to an overactive or underactive thyroid.
Supplementing it from a natural source like SALT, will make sure that you arte NOT overtaking it, and meeting your requirements which are above those of common man, being a training athlete.
Also, the human nervous system communicates that much better in a mineral rich environment, remember electricity does NOT flow through decriminalized water. But when minerals are present, there is conductance... Your whole order and command center (BRAIN) communicates with the rest of the body, working muscles, nerves etc... based on electric impulses, better conductance, better performance, endurance and strength.
On a final thought, iodine deficiency is rare in Western nations. However having the right amount or a little surplus can REALLY make a difference in cultivating those gains.