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Why is the use of iodised salt advisable?
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12/09/2021 4:30 pm
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Why is the use of iodised salt advisable?
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12/09/2021 4:31 pm

Iodine is an important constituent required by the body to synthesise thyroxin hormone. The deficiency of iodine leads to a disease called ‘goitre’. In this disease, the neck region swells up. Hence, it is advisable to consume iodised salt to prevent chances of goitre.
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