why is the use of iodised salt advisable?
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Iodine is needed by the thyroid gland for the production of thyroxin hormone. ... If the quantity of iodine in food is lesser than required, then the neck will swell up due to the enlargement of the thyroid gland. This deficiency disease is known as goitre. Therefore the iodized salt is advised.
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Iodine is necessary for the thyroid gland to make thyroxine hormone. Thyroxine regulates carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism in the body so as to provide the best balance for growth. Iodine is essential for the synthesis of thyroxine so the use of iodised salt is advisable.
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