Kelp

Description

Kelp, also known as brown seaweed, is a rich, organic source of many vitamins and minerals. One of these, Iodine, is a vital component of the thyroid hormones that your body produces to regulate growth and development.

Concern is growing over a re-emerging trend in Australia towards iodine deficiency states1. Dietary sources are often insufficient because Australia has relatively impoverished soils. The move away from iodine based sanitisers in the dairy industry, fewer people cooking with iodised salt and the fact that 90% of dietary intake is eventually lost through the urine all point towards an increased need for supplementation in some people.

Herb Valley Kelp 1000mg are a convenient way of making sure that dietary intake is adequate. Long term iodine deficiency can lead to swelling of the thyroid gland (goitre), as well as symptoms of an under-active thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of hypothyroidism throughout the world.

Some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism include:

• Tiredness
• Slow heart rate
• Dry skin
• Muscle and joint aches and pains
• Depression
• Constipation
• Weight gain

Herb Valley Kelp 1000 tablets contain the species Fucus vesiculosus commonly known as Bladder Wrack. This is an excellent dietary source of iodine; in fact Bladder Wrack was the original source of iodine, discovered in 1812.

Low intake of dietary iodine is the major cause of iodine deficiency in the community which is a major health concern in most countries.

Iodine deficiency can result in a series of iodine deficiency disorders. These can affect people of all ages, but young children are most at risk of serious problems.

Young children who do not receive adequate iodine can have intellectual impairment and problems with physical development. Severe mental retardation (known as cretinism) can develop following severe iodine deficiency during early development. In fact, iodine deficiency is the most common cause worldwide of preventable intellectual impairment in children, so it’s extremely important for pregnant women, breast-feeding mothers and young children to receive an adequate amount of dietary iodine.

It has been reported that at least 50 per cent of pregnant women in Australia have an inadequate intake of iodine. Several studies have also found mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency in school-aged children and adults in Tasmania, New South Wales and Victoria.

Therapeutic Benefits

• Rich organic source of numerous vitamins and minerals
• Natural source of iodine

Active Ingredients per tablet

• Fucus Vesiculosus (Kelp) Whole plant dry concentrate 200mg
  Equiv to Whole plant dry 1,000mg (1g), Contains Maltodextrin 75mg, does not contain Gluten, Contains iodine not more than 300mcg
• Petroselinum Crispum (Parsley) leaf dry poweder 75mg

Non Active Ingredients

Calcium Hydrogen Phosphate, Carnauba Wax Cellulose Microcrystalline, Crospovidone, Macrogol 400, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Opadry White Y-1-7000, Silicon Dioxide

Additional Information

No added sugar, salt, yeast, gluten, starch, wheat, corn, milk derivatives, preservatives, artificial colours and sweeteners.

Recommended Daily Dosage for Adults

Take one tablet daily with food or as directed by your Healthcare Practitioner.

Medicine Interactions

THYROID MEDICATIONS – Avoid use when on thyroid medications unless under medical supervision – consult your doctor.

Cautions and Warnings

If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.

Vitamin, mineral, and herbal supplements are not intended to replace a balanced diet.

Always read the label.

Take only as directed.

Storage

Store below 30ºC in a dry place away from sunlight.

Regulatory Information

ARTG Number: L 129669

Physical Description

White capsule shaped film coated tablet.

Revision Information

Last Revised – 20 August 2009

Reference

(1) Re-emergence of iodine deficiency in Australia. Li et al Asia Pacific J Clin Nutr (2001) 10(3) 200–203

Bibliography

NHMRC, 2006, Nutriet Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand, Commonwealth of Australia.

Disclaimer

This information is general in nature and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. This information is not intended to replace the advice of qualified health care practitioners. This information is being continually updated and is subject to change without notice. No warranty or guarantee of a cure is expressed or implied with any information included herein, nor does Essential Nutrients Pty Ltd make any representations regarding the use or the results obtained with the information. In no event shall Essential Nutrients Pty Ltd, its employees or associates be liable to any person or individual for any loss or damage whatsoever which may arise from the use of this information. The information contained herein should be used at your own discretion.