EPI 165: Dr. David Brownstein: Almost Everyone Is Deficient In This Nutrient & It's Causing Problems

October 16, 2024 1 min read

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Show notes:

(0:00) Intro

(1:13) Dr. David Brownstein and his background

(2:58) From conventional to holistic medicine

(12:00) Iodine and its powerful health benefits

(17:19) Connection between iodine deficiency and thyroid disorders

(19:48) How Dr. Brownstein discovered the correct iodine formulation

(29:55) Iodine in health and addressing iodine deficiency

(33:25) Toxic halides (fluoride, bromide) and their impact

(37:05) On taking iodine and other sources

(45:08) Where to find Dr. Brownstein

(46:54) Hormone imbalances and the use of bioidentical hormone therapy

(47:51) Interaction of iodine with other vitamins and minerals

(49:31) Outro




Who is Dr. David Brownstein?

 

Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., is a board-certified family physician who utilizes the best of conventional and alternative therapies. He is the Medical Director for the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Brownstein is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and serves on the board for the International College of Integrative Medicine. He is the father of two beautiful physicians, Hailey and Jessica, and is a retired soccer coach.

 

Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally about his success using natural therapies. He has also authored sixteen books: Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It, 5th Edition and his newest book, A Holistic Approach to Viruses.



Connect with Dr. Brownstein:

Website: https://www.drbrownstein.com/ 





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