J.CROW'S Lugol's Iodine Water 2% is a liquid iodine solution with elemental iodine and potassium iodide in distilled water. The product is available at Uno Vita in drop format and is a concentrated solution where 1 vertical drop corresponds to approximately 1/20 ml. The manufacturer's information for the 2% variant states that each vertical drop provides approximately 1.0 mg of elemental iodine and 2.0 mg of potassium iodide, with the iodide portion from potassium iodide being approximately 1.5 mg. This means that the total amount of iodine + iodide per vertical drop is approximately 2.5 mg, i.e. 2500 µg. This corresponds to approximately 50 mg of total iodine/iodide per ml.

This is therefore a very concentrated product, and it should not be presented as a regular "1 drop daily" product if the goal is a daily intake close to normal nutritional levels for iodine. The National Health Service states 150 µg of iodine per day as the recommended intake for adults, 200 µg for pregnant and lactating women, and that intake above 600 µg per day should be avoided. EFSA/SCF has similarly used 600 µg per day as the upper tolerable intake level for adults.

The product is best suited for those who want iodine in liquid form and who prefer to work with dilution in water to achieve a more controlled and practical daily intake. The liquid form makes it possible to make a ready-mixed solution with a more precise dosage per teaspoon or tablespoon. This makes the product more user-friendly when you want a level that is close to normal daily intake, rather than using the product directly in drop form.

Iodine is an essential trace element, and approved health claims in the EU include, among other things, that iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones, normal thyroid function, normal energy metabolism, normal cognitive function, normal function of the nervous system and maintenance of normal skin. These functional claims are relevant when the product is used in doses that are nutritionally sound and in accordance with the recommended intake.

Health benefits

• Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones

• Iodine contributes to normal thyroid function

• Iodine contributes to normal energy metabolism

• Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function

• Iodine contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system

• Iodine helps to maintain normal skin

Technical details
Product type: liquid iodine solution
Product name at Uno Vita: J.CROW'S Lugol's Iodine Water 2%
Strength: 2% elemental iodine and 4% potassium iodide in distilled water
Approximate content per vertical drop: 1.0 mg elemental iodine + 1.5 mg iodide, total approx. 2.5 mg iodine/iodide
Approximate content per ml: approx. 50 mg total iodine/iodide
Format: dropper bottle
Ingredients: elemental iodine, potassium iodide, distilled water
Manufacturer information for 2 oz variant: approximately 1200 vertical drops per bottle
Storage according to manufacturer's instructions: room temperature, protected from direct sunlight, no refrigeration necessary for the concentrate

Use
Use according to instructions on the label or packaging information. Since the solution is highly concentrated, it should be diluted before use if the goal is a daily intake close to normal nutritional levels for iodine. The most practical thing is to make a ready-mixed solution in water and use this in small, measured quantities.

Practical dilution suggestions
For approximately 150 µg of iodine per tablespoon (15 ml): Mix 1 drop in 250 ml of water. Take 1 tablespoon daily.
For approximately 200 µg of iodine per tablespoon (15 ml): Mix 1 drop in 187.5 ml of water. Take 1 tablespoon daily.
For approximately 150 µg of iodine per teaspoon (5 ml): Mix 1 drop in 83.3 ml of water. Take 1 teaspoon daily.
For approximately 200 µg of iodine per teaspoon (5 ml): Mix 1 drop in 62.5 ml of water. Take 1 teaspoon daily.

These calculations are based on the fact that 1 vertical drop gives approximately 2,500 µg of total iodine/iodide. The recommended daily dose should not be exceeded. Intakes above 600 µg per day should be avoided in adults.

Storage
The concentrate is stored tightly closed at room temperature, protected from direct sunlight and inaccessible to children. Ready mixed solution should be kept cool and used within a reasonable time. The manufacturer's basis states that the original product has a very long shelf life if stored correctly.

Reservation
Iodine supplements should be used with caution. Pregnant women, breast-feeding women and people with thyroid disease or who use medicines should consult a qualified healthcare professional before use. Dosage must be adapted to the total intake of iodine from diet and other supplements. Helsenorge states that consumption of more than 600 µg per day should be avoided in adults. For children and young people, the tolerable intake is lower.

Disclaimer
The information is only intended as product information and does not replace advice from qualified healthcare personnel. Uno Vita AS does not claim that products marketed can cure, treat or diagnose disease.

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Scientific references

1. J.CROW'S. J.CROW'S Lugol's Solution of Iodine 2%

2. Healthcare. It is important to get enough iodine

3. Healthcare. Diet for pregnant women

4. EFSA. Scientific Opinion on Dietary Reference Values for iodine

5. EFSA. Overview on Tolerable Upper Intake Levels

6. SCF/EFSA. Tolerable Upper Intake Levels for vitamins and minerals