What is the effect of deficiency of iodine in our diet on the thyroid gland?

What is the effect of deficiency of iodine in our diet on the thyroid gland?
  1. Enlargement of the thyroid gland
  2. Hyperthyroidism
  3. Hypothyroidism
  4. Goitre

Solution

Deficiency of iodine in our diet results in hypothyroidism and enlargement of the thyroid gland, commonly called goitre. Hypothyroidism affects the body physiology and during pregnancy it may cause stunted growth, mental retardation, low intelligence quotient, etc.

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