Iodized salt
Release time : 04/20/2025 09:30:01
Iodized salt is iodized salt, which is a kind of salt that is forcibly added by the state to prevent iodine deficiency.
Why do we need iodine? It's because most areas in our country are deficient in iodine, leading to iodine deficiency disorders. Therefore, the government has mandated the addition of small amounts of iodized salt to table salt for consumption.
Iodized table salt is a type of salt that contains iodine. It is designed to reduce iodine deficiency, as most regions in China suffer from this deficiency. By adding iodine to the daily salt intake, the risk of iodine deficiency can be minimized.
Since 1995, our country has been implementing universal iodine fortification in salt. Nowadays, almost all salt we can buy on the market is iodized. In fact, China also sets May 15 as National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Prevention Day. This day is specifically used to promote the benefits of using iodized salt in preventing iodine deficiency disorders.
The benefits of iodized salt are that our body mainly obtains iodine from food. So, what exactly does iodine do for us? In fact, it means what does iodine bring to us? 1. Iodine promotes the decomposition metabolism and produces energy needed by the body, maintaining basic life activities.
2. Iodine maintains the physiological function of the pituitary gland.
3. The growth of height, weight, bone and muscle in human body is dependent on iodine, and deficiency of it will cause underdevelopment.
4. The development of the brain also requires iodine, and during the initial stages of brain development, from conception to the age of 2 years after birth, the nervous system development in humans must rely on thyroid hormones. At this time, iodine deficiency can lead to delayed brain development in infants, with serious consequences.
From this, we know that iodine plays a very important role in our body and it is very harmful if we lack it. This is the reason why iodized salt is beneficial for us to eat.
Precautions with iodized salt Iodized salt helps us get enough iodine in our diet, but there are a few things to be aware of when using it. Firstly, do not buy too much iodized salt at once. Once you have purchased it, it is important to consume it as soon as possible, as iodine can evaporate quickly.
Additionally, when consuming iodized salt, it is advisable to add less vinegar, as the efficacy of iodine in combination with acidic substances is compromised.
It is important to ensure that iodized salt is stored in a sealed container and kept in a cool, ventilated, and shaded area.
Additionally, iodine is prone to volatilization. It is advisable not to add iodized salt during the highest cooking temperature; instead, it should be added when vegetables or foods are almost ready to finish cooking.
Generally, people consume iodized salt, but there are certain groups who should not. Those living in areas with high iodine content and those who are unable to ingest iodized salt due to medical conditions (such as thyroid disorders) should not consume it. Moreover, the government has established regulations stating that these two groups can purchase uniodized salt at stores specifically designated by the salt industry departments with relevant certifications.
Is eating too much iodized salt harmful? If you consume more than a certain amount of iodized salt, it is of course harmful, because eating too much salt itself is harmful to the body.
Excessive salt intake can cause increased blood pressure and plasma cholesterol, which is very unfavorable for patients with hypertension. We should control salt intake in our daily diet and avoid eating high-salt foods.
Almost all the salt we eat now is iodined. Is there a problem with too much iodine intake? In fact, there is generally no problem with eating iodized salt in our daily life. However, if we consume too much, it may cause iodine poisoning, which may include symptoms such as weight loss and muscle weakness. Using too much iodine will also cause thyroid enlargement. Therefore, some people have raised whether my country's salt iodization should be stopped, but some experts disagree and believe that if my country stops iodization of salt, it may cause the country to fall into iodine deficiency again.
Because only some people in high-iodine areas and people who are not suitable for eating iodized salt due to treatment of diseases (such as thyroid diseases) are not suitable for eating iodized salt, and most people need iodine.
Is salt in foreign countries also iodized? Our salt is iodized, so some people are curious. Is salt in foreign countries also iodized? Someone specifically investigated whether salt in the United States was iodized and found that the United States also contains iodized salt. But the problem that cannot be ignored is that Americans 'salt intake is more than a little less than that of China. Americans currently consume only 3.5 grams of salt per person per day, while China currently consumes 13 grams per person per day, almost four times that of Americans. People eat very little salt, and they will not suffer from excessive consumption such as thyroid diseases due to eating iodized salt.
Moreover, in the American market, everyone can choose from iodined salt and non-iodined salt, and there will also be specialized knowledge popularization to allow everyone to choose whether to buy iodined salt according to their own circumstances. This is something more advanced than us.
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