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Question
We are advised to take iodised salt in our diet by doctors. Justify its importance in our bodies.
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Solution
- Iodine is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin hormone.
- Thyroxin regulates carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism in the body.
- Thyroxin provide the best balance for growth in the body.
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