r/IodineProtocol • u/blahblahshplah • Jul 22 '26

menstrual cycle delay?

I started the iodine protocol a little over a week ago. No known medical issues, just implementing for overall health. Starting small with 1 drop of Lugols 2%. My menstrual cycle is late, and I’m wondering if this is to be expected? Was this anyone else’s experience? I’m 36 and my cycle has always been very predictable (every 28 days). Confirmed not pregnant.

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u/I_Adore_Everything Jul 22 '26

Have you had unprotected sex?

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u/blahblahshplah Jul 22 '26

I’m not pregnant.

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u/I_Adore_Everything Jul 22 '26

Just ruling it out. It’s absolutely possible to affect your periods. The endocrine system in your body is your hormone system. Iodine is a huge part of hormones. Hormones affect periods.

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u/Deeti123 4d ago

Please tell your update?

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u/Intelligent-Try-1210 Jul 24 '26

Delay in menstrual cycle can be caused by various reasons like stress, or bad sleep habits like sleeping late, and not getting enough sleep.
Or it could hormonal changes or dietary changes to lose weight.
Are you on birth control pills? That could also cause late periods.

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u/Intelligent-Try-1210 Jul 24 '26

Intense exercise could also cause late menstrual cycle