Iodine deficiency
Iodized salt vs common salt: It is true that Iodine deficiency causes Goiter which is endemic not only in the sub Himalayan belt but also along uplands especially in River “Catchment areas”.
Generally doctors prescribe Iodine containing syrups along with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs for Goiter. Irony is that doctors seldom suggest the patient to take Iodized salt. A simple suggestion on the part of doctors would save many an individual.
One must proceed with caution before effecting a ban on “Country salt”, This type of decisions would have far reaching affects on the health of the people of the country. Studies show that powdered salt, i.e., Iodized salt, loses vital minerals – phosphorus, manganese etc., which are vital for body metabolism during the process of manufacturing.
If we enforce a ban on sale of country salt it would amount to depriving people some vital minerals which are availbale cheaply through salt to them.
The best way to popularise iodised salt is through visual media – TV. Of course doctor’s prescription should include iodised salt packet along with drugs for goitre.
(See also my article on Dengue Fever)
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