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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 3 Researches
7.7
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.7
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Iodine [from Sea-Iodine™ Complex Blend (organic kelp and bladderwrack extracts, potassium iodide)]
1,000 mcg
667%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
Iodine may reduce gout risk
A negative association between urinary iodine concentration and the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout: a cross-sectional and population-based study in Mainland China.
Study provides health insights
We explored the relationship between urinary iodine levels and the occurrence of gout, a painful form of arthritis often linked to high uric acid levels. Conducting an extensive population-based study in China, we analyzed data from over 75,000 adults to discover how iodine intake could be connected to gout and hyperuricemia.
Our findings revealed an interesting trend: as urinary iodine concentration (UIC) increased, the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout decreased. Specifically, individuals with lower iodine levels had higher rates of these conditions, highlighting a negative association. In fact, those in the higher iodine groups experienced significantly lower odds of developing gout compared to those with adequate iodine levels.
While this study indicates a potential protective role of iodine against gout, we recognize that further research is necessary to explore the underlying mechanisms. More prospective studies could help confirm these findings and deepen our understanding of how iodine interacts with our health.
Our findings revealed an interesting trend: as urinary iodine concentration (UIC) increased, the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout decreased. Specifically, individuals with lower iodine levels had higher rates of these conditions, highlighting a negative association. In fact, those in the higher iodine groups experienced significantly lower odds of developing gout compared to those with adequate iodine levels.
While this study indicates a potential protective role of iodine against gout, we recognize that further research is necessary to explore the underlying mechanisms. More prospective studies could help confirm these findings and deepen our understanding of how iodine interacts with our health.
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7
Iodine treatment's potential in gout
Computed tomography in rheumatology - From DECT to high-resolution peripheral quantitative CT.
Moderate relevance due to broader context
We explored the effectiveness of iodine treatment in managing gout through the use of Dual Energy Computed Tomography (DECT) and iodine-DECT mapping. This innovative approach allows for a noninvasive diagnosis of gout, helping to distinguish it from similar conditions like calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition (CPPD).
One of the key advantages of using iodine maps is their ability to highlight inflammatory lesions such as capsulitis and tenosynovitis. By improving iodine contrast, these maps enable us to visualize and assess inflammation more accurately. Moreover, quantifying iodine levels provides a promising objective method to evaluate how well treatments for inflammatory arthritis are working.
However, while iodine treatment shows potential, we must note that the overall effectiveness of this approach can vary based on individual cases and the stage of gout. The sensitivity of DECT diminishes, especially in deeper tissues, making evaluations through images a task that requires trained professionals. Despite ongoing developments in automated detection scripts for bone damage, the current need for skilled interpretation remains a hurdle in fully realizing iodine's benefits in gout management.
One of the key advantages of using iodine maps is their ability to highlight inflammatory lesions such as capsulitis and tenosynovitis. By improving iodine contrast, these maps enable us to visualize and assess inflammation more accurately. Moreover, quantifying iodine levels provides a promising objective method to evaluate how well treatments for inflammatory arthritis are working.
However, while iodine treatment shows potential, we must note that the overall effectiveness of this approach can vary based on individual cases and the stage of gout. The sensitivity of DECT diminishes, especially in deeper tissues, making evaluations through images a task that requires trained professionals. Despite ongoing developments in automated detection scripts for bone damage, the current need for skilled interpretation remains a hurdle in fully realizing iodine's benefits in gout management.
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7
Iodine treatment effectiveness unclear
[The therapeutic use of iodide-bromide-sodium chloride baths combined with hydrocortisone phonophoresis in patients with osteoarthrosis and gout].
Combination treatment studied thoroughly
We treated 197 patients suffering from osteoarthrosis to explore the effectiveness of iodine-bromide-sodium chloride baths alongside hydrocortisone phonophoresis (HPP). Among these patients, 31 were experiencing secondary osteoarthrosis due to recurrent gout attacks. Interestingly, our observations highlighted that HPP alone was particularly effective for those with only one or two affected joints.
However, when it came to patients with multiple joint issues, especially in cases of polyosteoarthrosis or alongside conditions like spinal osteoarthrosis and high blood pressure, the iodine baths showed better results. The combination of HPP and the iodine baths produced the most significant and stable relief for patients, especially those with advanced polyosteoarthrosis and secondary synovitis.
Although the study illustrates potential benefits from treatment, it’s important to note that the impact of iodine on gout specifically could not be isolated due to the combined treatment approach with hydrocortisone. Thus, while the treatment options showed promise, particularly for joint and inflammatory relief, we cannot definitively conclude on the isolated effects of iodine in treating gout.
However, when it came to patients with multiple joint issues, especially in cases of polyosteoarthrosis or alongside conditions like spinal osteoarthrosis and high blood pressure, the iodine baths showed better results. The combination of HPP and the iodine baths produced the most significant and stable relief for patients, especially those with advanced polyosteoarthrosis and secondary synovitis.
Although the study illustrates potential benefits from treatment, it’s important to note that the impact of iodine on gout specifically could not be isolated due to the combined treatment approach with hydrocortisone. Thus, while the treatment options showed promise, particularly for joint and inflammatory relief, we cannot definitively conclude on the isolated effects of iodine in treating gout.
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Most Useful Reviews
9.5
Prevents gout
Excellent! Life Extension Sea Iodine 1000 mcg 60 Vegetarian Capsules effectively prevents gout.
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9.5
Supports gout treatment
Excellent! I take one Sea Iodine tablet each morning between meals to assist with my gout.
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8.8
Reduces uric acid
Iodine is essential for gout attacks; it quickly replenishes iodine levels and helps lower uric acid.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 3 Researches
7.7
- All Researches
9
Iodine may reduce gout risk
A negative association between urinary iodine concentration and the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout: a cross-sectional and population-based study in Mainland China.
Study provides health insights
We explored the relationship between urinary iodine levels and the occurrence of gout, a painful form of arthritis often linked to high uric acid levels. Conducting an extensive population-based study in China, we analyzed data from over 75,000 adults to discover how iodine intake could be connected to gout and hyperuricemia.
Our findings revealed an interesting trend: as urinary iodine concentration (UIC) increased, the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout decreased. Specifically, individuals with lower iodine levels had higher rates of these conditions, highlighting a negative association. In fact, those in the higher iodine groups experienced significantly lower odds of developing gout compared to those with adequate iodine levels.
While this study indicates a potential protective role of iodine against gout, we recognize that further research is necessary to explore the underlying mechanisms. More prospective studies could help confirm these findings and deepen our understanding of how iodine interacts with our health.
Our findings revealed an interesting trend: as urinary iodine concentration (UIC) increased, the prevalence of hyperuricemia and gout decreased. Specifically, individuals with lower iodine levels had higher rates of these conditions, highlighting a negative association. In fact, those in the higher iodine groups experienced significantly lower odds of developing gout compared to those with adequate iodine levels.
While this study indicates a potential protective role of iodine against gout, we recognize that further research is necessary to explore the underlying mechanisms. More prospective studies could help confirm these findings and deepen our understanding of how iodine interacts with our health.
Read More
7
Iodine treatment's potential in gout
Computed tomography in rheumatology - From DECT to high-resolution peripheral quantitative CT.
Moderate relevance due to broader context
We explored the effectiveness of iodine treatment in managing gout through the use of Dual Energy Computed Tomography (DECT) and iodine-DECT mapping. This innovative approach allows for a noninvasive diagnosis of gout, helping to distinguish it from similar conditions like calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition (CPPD).
One of the key advantages of using iodine maps is their ability to highlight inflammatory lesions such as capsulitis and tenosynovitis. By improving iodine contrast, these maps enable us to visualize and assess inflammation more accurately. Moreover, quantifying iodine levels provides a promising objective method to evaluate how well treatments for inflammatory arthritis are working.
However, while iodine treatment shows potential, we must note that the overall effectiveness of this approach can vary based on individual cases and the stage of gout. The sensitivity of DECT diminishes, especially in deeper tissues, making evaluations through images a task that requires trained professionals. Despite ongoing developments in automated detection scripts for bone damage, the current need for skilled interpretation remains a hurdle in fully realizing iodine's benefits in gout management.
One of the key advantages of using iodine maps is their ability to highlight inflammatory lesions such as capsulitis and tenosynovitis. By improving iodine contrast, these maps enable us to visualize and assess inflammation more accurately. Moreover, quantifying iodine levels provides a promising objective method to evaluate how well treatments for inflammatory arthritis are working.
However, while iodine treatment shows potential, we must note that the overall effectiveness of this approach can vary based on individual cases and the stage of gout. The sensitivity of DECT diminishes, especially in deeper tissues, making evaluations through images a task that requires trained professionals. Despite ongoing developments in automated detection scripts for bone damage, the current need for skilled interpretation remains a hurdle in fully realizing iodine's benefits in gout management.
Read More
7
Iodine treatment effectiveness unclear
[The therapeutic use of iodide-bromide-sodium chloride baths combined with hydrocortisone phonophoresis in patients with osteoarthrosis and gout].
Combination treatment studied thoroughly
We treated 197 patients suffering from osteoarthrosis to explore the effectiveness of iodine-bromide-sodium chloride baths alongside hydrocortisone phonophoresis (HPP). Among these patients, 31 were experiencing secondary osteoarthrosis due to recurrent gout attacks. Interestingly, our observations highlighted that HPP alone was particularly effective for those with only one or two affected joints.
However, when it came to patients with multiple joint issues, especially in cases of polyosteoarthrosis or alongside conditions like spinal osteoarthrosis and high blood pressure, the iodine baths showed better results. The combination of HPP and the iodine baths produced the most significant and stable relief for patients, especially those with advanced polyosteoarthrosis and secondary synovitis.
Although the study illustrates potential benefits from treatment, it’s important to note that the impact of iodine on gout specifically could not be isolated due to the combined treatment approach with hydrocortisone. Thus, while the treatment options showed promise, particularly for joint and inflammatory relief, we cannot definitively conclude on the isolated effects of iodine in treating gout.
However, when it came to patients with multiple joint issues, especially in cases of polyosteoarthrosis or alongside conditions like spinal osteoarthrosis and high blood pressure, the iodine baths showed better results. The combination of HPP and the iodine baths produced the most significant and stable relief for patients, especially those with advanced polyosteoarthrosis and secondary synovitis.
Although the study illustrates potential benefits from treatment, it’s important to note that the impact of iodine on gout specifically could not be isolated due to the combined treatment approach with hydrocortisone. Thus, while the treatment options showed promise, particularly for joint and inflammatory relief, we cannot definitively conclude on the isolated effects of iodine in treating gout.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.7
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9.5
Prevents gout
Excellent! Life Extension Sea Iodine 1000 mcg 60 Vegetarian Capsules effectively prevents gout.
9.5
Supports gout treatment
Excellent! I take one Sea Iodine tablet each morning between meals to assist with my gout.
8.8
Reduces uric acid
Iodine is essential for gout attacks; it quickly replenishes iodine levels and helps lower uric acid.
