Iodine

IODINE

  • Component of thyroxine hormone

Excess of iodine → ↑ intake of iodine “IODISM”

  • Conjunctivitis, lacrymation, hyperkeratosis, rhinitis

Deficiency

“GOITRE” or enlargement of thyroid gland

  • Soil deficient areas like Great Lake , ALPS , Himalayas
  • Goitrogenic substances like Corn silage, Soya bean meal

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