Written by: Mantasha
In remembrance of JD tata on his birthady month, we thought to bring one of the best initiatives of TATA group.
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Years ago, people worldwide began suffering from iodine deficiency, leading to conditions such as goiter, intellectual disability, and slow growth and development.
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Recognizing this issue, the Tata Group initiated a groundbreaking solution by introducing India's first iodized salt, "Tata Salt."
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The Tata Group took this decision because salt is a universal dietary staple. Regardless of economic status, everyone consumes salt daily. By fortifying salt with iodine, Tata Salt played a crucial role in eliminating iodine deficiency in India.
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Some of the other measures taken to address iodine deficiency in India are:
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In 1992, the Indian government launched the National Iodine Deficiency Disorders Control Programme (NIDDCP) to promote iodized salt use and monitor iodine levels.
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Regular monitoring of iodine levels in salt and the population helped ensure the effectiveness of the iodization program. Strict regulations were put in place to prevent the sale of non-iodized salt.
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While iodized salt is a primary source of iodine, there are several other foods that can help maintain adequate iodine levels such as fish, eggs, strawberries and potato.
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