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1. Iodine is a micronutrient essential for thyroid hormone production. Iodine deficiency is caused by low iodine levels in soil due to erosion and leaching. 2. Iodine deficiency in humans can cause brain damage, impaired growth, and decreased IQ. It also decreases livestock productivity. 3. Iodine deficiency can be eliminated by universal salt iodization, as salt is widely consumed and iodization is a simple and low-cost process. Iodized salt provides a daily source of iodine to prevent deficiency.

Author

Syed Ahamed

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EN