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“The amounts of Vitamins B2 and B3 must be sufficient to overcome deficiencies in the system.  Dr. G. Abraham’s research has shown that using 100mg of Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and 500mg of Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) twice per day will help to stimulate ATP production and provide adequate H2O2 for oxidation of iodide.”

Basic action of mitochondria:

The NADPH Oxydase system is found in the mitochondria of our cells.  The mitochondria are the energy-producing cells of our body.  The mitochondria produce energy (ie ATP) through a complex process called oxidative phosphorylation.

ATP is the molecule that stores energy for the body.  The body is constantly producing and utilizing ATP.

There are two cofactors, Vitamins B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin) that are integral to stimulating oxidative phosphorylation and ATP production.  Hydrogen peroxide is a byproduct of oxidative phosphorylation.  It is this production of hydrogen peroxide that is so critical to the oxidation process of iodine.  Hydrogen peroxide and TPO help to oxidize iodide to form iodine.

Regarding the early onset of the illness (autoimmune thyroid disorders):

They seems to be fueled by too much hydrogen peroxide damaging TPO and causing oxidative damage.  As the illness progresses, thyroid hormone production can become deranged.  Thyroid hormone is integral to stimulating the mitochondria to produce energy or ATP.  If the mitochondria are not producing enough energy molecules, fatigue will set it…it becomes necessary to try and stimulate the NADPH oxidase pathway…this pathway is integral to energy production. 

How do you increase the production of ATP in the mitochondria?  You can provide the correct co-factors in this pathway to increase the production of ATP.  Vitamins B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin) are cofactors in the NADPH oxidase pathway and their use can help stimulate the mitochondria to produce more energy as well as provide the thyroid cells with enough H2O2 to properly oxidize iodide.

Hakala Research lab techs have been busy formulating a combination tablet containing Vitamin A and D.  This tablet enhances the natural partnership between these two vitamins.  Both help the immune system and are necessary for total body health.

An ongoing list of bromide sources and general bromide information

Dr. Brownstein discusses two of the common myths surrounding iodine

Watch Josh Gitalis interview Dr. Brownstein about iodine (Worth the watch, despite the audio issues)

Watch Dr. Flechas, a member of the Iodine Project, during the Restorative Medicine Conference in Portland, Oregon as he discusses total body iodine sufficiency.

Do you have questions about testing? Here are some common questions and answers!

Boron is important for human health. It has an impact on bones, healing, anti-inflammation, and influences the absorption and use of calcium and magnesium.

Hakala Research recently had an independent, outside lab complete an analysis of LugoTabs. Find the complete report here.

Have you been wondering about the ideal iodine level for mental and physical health? J. Charles Hakala along with Dr. Abraham and Dr. Flechas explored this topic and wrote a research article, found here.

Hakala Research offers high milligram strength boron supplements, BoroTab. We have been working to gather customer feedback through survey and are proud to share the results.

The founders of Hakala Research have started the new year with the establishment of a sister company, BioLehti. While Iodine remains an ingredient to optimal health, we strive to be on the edge of current research and believe that CBD has the powerful potential to heal naturally.

There are several types of iodine testing, including spot, load, serum/saliva, and ZRT.  Hakala Research focuses on the 20 years of research regarding load testing. 

Instead of using pharmaceuticals to address health issues, Hakala Research believes in trying to replace what is missing from our diets to repair ailments. Read about the many benefits of beets!

Have questions about your results? Follow this chart to gain insight.

Fluoride: General information, the importance of testing, and its sources.

A link has been found between zinc and prostate health. This PowerPoint presentation details studies and their findings, relating zinc's role in maintaining prostate health.

Dr. Jorge Flechas discusses the role of boron on bone health and osteoporosis during this presentation to the IAOMT (Internal Academy of Oral Medication and Toxicology).

The halogen family on the periodic table is comprised of iodine, bromide, fluoride, and chloride (and a few others). Iodine has many benefits, while bromide is not only prevalent in our environment, but very detrimental to the absorption of iodine.

Boron is a mineral that is found our natural environment and is necessary to maintain optimal health and wellness.

Scientists are beginning to recognize magnesium's role in protecting against a myriad of health issues. High magnesium intake has been associated with reducing the risks of cardiac death, heart disease, stroke, type II diabetes, asthma, hypertension, kidney disease, cognitive decline, and osteoporosis. Within the cell, magnesium plays essential roles in regulating cell signaling, insulin sensitivity, inflammation, converting chemical energy from food into useful energy for the body, and DNA maintenance and repair.

Over the years, several methods have been used to determine iodine sufficiency. With the advent of the “Iodine Project” initiated by Dr. Guy Abraham, a 24-hour iodine challenge test was developed to help answer the question of iodine sufficiency. It is interesting to note that a test to determine the optimal amount of iodine necessary for human health has never been done.