Why is it important to have iodised salt in our diet?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. It helps in smooth functioning of the thyroid gland
- It is important to have iodised salt in our diet as it helps in smooth functioning of the thyroid gland.
- The thyroid gland makes thyroxin hormone for which iodine is compulsory. Thyroxin hormone regulates carbohydrates, protein, and fat metabolism for balanced body growth. 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 and cause deficiency disease known as goitre.