why is the use of iodised Salt Advisable ?
Iodine is needed by the thyroid gland for the production of the thyroxine 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, iodized salt is advised.
