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iodize
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i·o·dize (-dz)
v.
To treat or combine with iodine or an iodide.

io·di·zation (-d-zshn) n.

iodize
[ī′ədīz]
Etymology: Gk, ioeides + izein, to cause
to treat or impregnate with iodine or an iodide. Table salt is iodized to prevent the occurrence of goiter in areas with insufficient iodine in the drinking water or food. Iodized oil, a viscous liquid with the odor of garlic, has been used as a contrast medium in radiology.


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In nearly all countries, the best strategy to control iodine deficiency is iodisation of salt, which is one of the most cost-effective ways to contribute to economic and social development.
The official said that under USIP(Universal Salt Iodisation Programme)by the end of 2009 government wanted to reach out to 90 per cent edible salt iodisation.
Iodisation of salt however is not mandatory in New Zealand and all salts with iodine added must be clearly labelled as 'iodised salt'.
 
 
 
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