Question

why is the use of iodised salt advisable

Answer 1

A. 1) It is advised to use iodised salt to prevent goitre (enlargement of the thyroid gland).

2) Iodine is required for the proper functidttiftg of thyroid.

3) Iodine stimulates the thyroid gland t&’produce thyroxin hormone.

4) This hormone regulates carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism in our body.

Answer 2

Iodine is needed by the thyroid gland for the production thyroxin hormone. This hormone regulates fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism in our body. If this is in deficient quantity then the neck will swell up due to the enlargement of thyroid gland. This deficiency disease is known as goitre.

Therefore the iodised salt is advised.