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Thru-hikers use it for six months at a time. It's safe enough for emergency use for someone with no preexisting thyroid issues.
by firethief 6y ago
Thru-hikers use it for six months at a time. It's safe enough for emergency use for someone with no preexisting thyroid issues.
- akvadrako 6y agoBut you don't know if you have pre-existing thyroid issues. Prolonged use should include monitoring thyroid function. see https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/travel/backcountry_water_treatment.html https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/travel/backcountry... Water that has been disinfected with iodine is NOT recommended for pregnant women, people with thyroid problems, those with known hypersensitivity to iodine, or continuous use for more than a few weeks at a time.
- firethief 6y agoOk, so if clean water is unavailable for more than a few weeks, hop on down to the clinic and trade some ammo for a thyroid checkup? If you're planning for the end of the world, then yes you'll want a backup water plan. For realistic emergency scenarios iodine is a practical water treatment option.