GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -You need the right amount of iodine for your metabolism and for the healthy functioning of your thyroid gland. Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of thyroid disease and, if serious, can cause permanent brain damage and intellectual disability in babies. Iodine is a mineral found naturally in seawater and soil.

Detailed explanation-2: -Less iodine intake can lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland which is called goiter. The children are more prone to iodine deficiencies which cause mental disabilities in children. High infant mortality, thyroid, lower fertility rate, and mental disorders are the majorly happening effects of less iodine intake.

Detailed explanation-3: -The body needs iodine to make thyroid hormones. These hormones control the body’s metabolism and many other important functions. The body also needs thyroid hormones for proper bone and brain development during pregnancy and infancy.