Why is it advised to use iodised salt in our diet - Biology - Control and Coordination

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Why is it advised to use iodised salt in our diet?

Neha Thomas · Accepted Answer

Iodine is needed by the thyroid gland for the production of
thyroxin hormone This hormone regulates fat, protein and
carbohydrate metabolism in our body 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