A consequence of iodine deficiency is _____.
A)thyroid disease
B)hair loss
C)slow wound healing
D)hypertension
E)diabetes

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Iodine is essential for the production of thyroid hormones. When there is a deficiency of iodine in the body, thyroid hormone production is impaired, which can lead to thyroid disease, including hypothyroidism and goiter. Hair loss, slow wound healing, hypertension, and diabetes are not direct consequences of iodine deficiency.

A Consequence of Iodine Deficiency Is _____