The Truth About Iodine: How One Mineral Impacts Energy, Fertility, and Oral Health with Ian Clark

Ian Clark, founder and CEO of Activation Products (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), unpacks why iodine sits at the center of metabolic health, thyroid function, and oral ecology — and how simple mineral habits can shift energy, hormones, teeth and gums, and even pregnancy outcomes.  We dive into iodine vs iodide, receptor "blockers" like fluoride and chlorine, Solaris for the mouth, and how to build results-driven routines without overwhelm. This episode is perfect for busy moms and women who want simple, pregnancy-smart mineral habits to boost thyroid energy, clear brain fog, and strengthen teeth and gums—without complex stacks or overwhelm. WE TALK ABOUT:  07:40 - Why iodine is important for your health 11:35 - Iodine vs. iodide and the form your body actually uses 15:40 - Pregnancy and postpartum priorities for iodine sufficiency 16:45 - The surprising story behind today's low iodine RDA 27:55 - Beating plaque at home with a minimalist mineral routine 39:50 - Minerals as root-cause medicine: Iodine, magnesium, selenium 46:10 - Mom-proof health shifts: Tiny habits, big wins 50:35 - Start-here essentials: A simple, affordable mineral toolkit 59:00 - Daily practices for maintaining "perfect health" biomarkers SPONSORS: Feeling bloated, tired, or hormonally off? Try BiOptimizers — supplements that actually absorb and work for women's health. Get 15% off at bioptimizers.com/biohackingbrittany with code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Activation Products' website (get 15% discount with code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) Ian Clark's Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

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