Question

why is the use of iodised salt advisable

Answer 1

Iodine is necessary for the making of thyroxine hormone by thyroid gland, therefore, a deficiency of iodine in the diet can cause a deficiency of thyroxine hormonein the body. ... People are advised to use iodised salt for cooking food so as to prevent Goitre disease

Answer 2

It is advised to use iodised salt because thyroid gland needs iodine to produce thyroxin hormone . Thyroxin hormone controls all the metabolic activities of our body like metabolism of carbohydrates , fats and protein . Due to the deficiency of thyroxin a disease called goitre is caused .