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Israel Faces Widespread Iodine Deficiency, Ministry Plans Salt Fortification
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By Цур Гуэта, Ynet
First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago
What happened
Israel is experiencing a widespread iodine deficiency due to desalinated water and a diet low in iodine-rich foods. The Ministry of Health plans to fortify all food salt with iodine to combat this issue and protect public health.
- 01Israel faces a significant iodine deficiency affecting children and pregnant women.
- 02Desalinated water and a diet low in iodine-rich foods are primary causes.
- 03The Ministry of Health will mandate iodine fortification in all food salt.
- 04Iodine is essential for thyroid function, metabolism, and brain development.
- 05Surveys show persistent low iodine levels in schoolchildren and pregnant women.
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