How to take iodine<br>Choose an iodine supplement of 0.5 milligrams or less. If you think you aren't getting enough iodine and you don't want to visit the doctor, take a low dose of iodine. You shouldn't take more than 0.5 milligrams a day, as too much iodine can wreak havoc on your thyroid gland.
You should choose an iodine supplement that is half a milligram or less, according to these instructions. 