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Why is the use of iodised salt advisable? Name the disease caused due to deficiency of iodine in our diet and state its one symptom.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Importance of Iodine:** - Iodine is an essential nutrient required by the body, particularly for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. - The thyroid gland uses iodine to produce thyroid hormones, specifically thyroxine (T4). 2. **Role of Thyroxine:** - Thyroxine hormone plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, including the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. ...
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