Salt-producing state ranks last in iodine salt use

Tamil Nadu, India's second-largest salt-producing state, ranks last in iodine salt use, with only 62% of households using adequately iodised salt, according to the 2018-19 India iodine survey. State health officials raised concerns about iodine deficiency, urging residents to reduce their daily salt intake while ensuring the salt they consume contains adequate iodine.

Health Minister K G Arunraj emphasized that iodine deficiency is the leading preventable cause of brain damage and is linked to lower IQ scores and developmental issues in children.

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