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One-third of rural families use salt low in iodine, says Health Minister K G Arunraj

One-third of rural families use salt low in iodine, says Health Minister K G Arunraj

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CHENNAI: While people in rural areas consume an average of 13 grams of salt a day, one-third of rural households do not have enough iodine in their salt, a recent study by a medical education institute in Chennai has found, said Health Minister K G Arunraj on Monday. Speaking at an event marking…

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