Why iodine is necessary in diet? Name the disease caused due to the deficiency of iodine.

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It is required by our body to produce thyroxine. Iodine found in some food is used by the body to produce thyroid hormone, thyroxine. This hormone controls the body's metabolism and brain development.

Deficiency of iodine causes a disorder called goitre where the neck gets swollen, making it difficult to swallow and talk.

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