Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt

ABSTRACT Introduction Iodine deficiency disorder (IDD) can lead to health issues as it is necessary for metabolic functions. This study investigated the iodine content of commonly consumed salt and the potential impact on daily iodine requirements and IDDs. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was emplo...

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Main Authors: Md Shahedul Islam, Mohammad Asadul Habib, Mohammad Anwar Ul Alam, Oumma Halima, Nusrat Parvin, Md. Rezaul Karim, Abdur Rahman Shanna, Rifat Jahan Romel, Abdur Rahman Sakib, Mohammad Ariful Islam
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/puh2.70012
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author Md Shahedul Islam
Mohammad Asadul Habib
Mohammad Anwar Ul Alam
Oumma Halima
Nusrat Parvin
Md. Rezaul Karim
Abdur Rahman Shanna
Rifat Jahan Romel
Abdur Rahman Sakib
Mohammad Ariful Islam
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Mohammad Asadul Habib
Mohammad Anwar Ul Alam
Oumma Halima
Nusrat Parvin
Md. Rezaul Karim
Abdur Rahman Shanna
Rifat Jahan Romel
Abdur Rahman Sakib
Mohammad Ariful Islam
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description ABSTRACT Introduction Iodine deficiency disorder (IDD) can lead to health issues as it is necessary for metabolic functions. This study investigated the iodine content of commonly consumed salt and the potential impact on daily iodine requirements and IDDs. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was employed using multistage cluster sampling among 240 households, dividing them into eight clusters from four stratified areas. The sampled salts were analyzed using the World Health Organization's iodometric titration method. Results The study revealed that most salt samples from the studied brands had an iodine content within the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) recommended range of 20–50 ppm, with two exceptions. The study found that most socioeconomic groups in cities, towns, and semirural areas meet their daily iodine requirements at over 100%. At the same time, many rural homes, regardless of income, fail to meet these requirements. However, the study found iodized salt in 97.9% of all surveyed households. Although 48.3% of unions, that is, rural respondents, was knowledgeable about the existence of iodized salt, 66.7% of respondents was not aware of the health benefits of iodized salt. Surprisingly, 63.3% of the town's household members and 61.7% of the rural population still consume raw salt. Additionally, 79.6% of individuals reported having no IDDs. However, only 44.2% of thyroid patients used iodine supplements. Conclusion Although salt usage and consumption practices are satisfactory, there are still a few concerns about the 100% iodization of branded and raw salts. As a result, many households need help to satisfy their daily iodine requirements.
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spelling doaj-art-a33a4dc76a7c485aac6b24c1ce5a24bc2025-08-20T03:47:24ZengWileyPublic Health Challenges2769-24502024-12-0134n/an/a10.1002/puh2.70012Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed SaltMd Shahedul Islam0Mohammad Asadul Habib1Mohammad Anwar Ul Alam2Oumma Halima3Nusrat Parvin4Md. Rezaul Karim5Abdur Rahman Shanna6Rifat Jahan Romel7Abdur Rahman Sakib8Mohammad Ariful Islam9Department of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshInstitute of Nutrition and Food Science University of Dhaka Dhaka BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Food Technology and Nutrition Science Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Noakhali Science and Technology University Noakhali BangladeshABSTRACT Introduction Iodine deficiency disorder (IDD) can lead to health issues as it is necessary for metabolic functions. This study investigated the iodine content of commonly consumed salt and the potential impact on daily iodine requirements and IDDs. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was employed using multistage cluster sampling among 240 households, dividing them into eight clusters from four stratified areas. The sampled salts were analyzed using the World Health Organization's iodometric titration method. Results The study revealed that most salt samples from the studied brands had an iodine content within the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) recommended range of 20–50 ppm, with two exceptions. The study found that most socioeconomic groups in cities, towns, and semirural areas meet their daily iodine requirements at over 100%. At the same time, many rural homes, regardless of income, fail to meet these requirements. However, the study found iodized salt in 97.9% of all surveyed households. Although 48.3% of unions, that is, rural respondents, was knowledgeable about the existence of iodized salt, 66.7% of respondents was not aware of the health benefits of iodized salt. Surprisingly, 63.3% of the town's household members and 61.7% of the rural population still consume raw salt. Additionally, 79.6% of individuals reported having no IDDs. However, only 44.2% of thyroid patients used iodine supplements. Conclusion Although salt usage and consumption practices are satisfactory, there are still a few concerns about the 100% iodization of branded and raw salts. As a result, many households need help to satisfy their daily iodine requirements.https://doi.org/10.1002/puh2.70012branded saltsgoiteriodine deficiency disorder (IDD)iodized saltiodometric titrationraw salt
spellingShingle Md Shahedul Islam
Mohammad Asadul Habib
Mohammad Anwar Ul Alam
Oumma Halima
Nusrat Parvin
Md. Rezaul Karim
Abdur Rahman Shanna
Rifat Jahan Romel
Abdur Rahman Sakib
Mohammad Ariful Islam
Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
Public Health Challenges
branded salts
goiter
iodine deficiency disorder (IDD)
iodized salt
iodometric titration
raw salt
title Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
title_full Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
title_fullStr Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
title_full_unstemmed Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
title_short Determination of Iodine Concentration in Commonly Consumed Salt and Its Potential Impact on Household Consumers: An Examination and Assessment of Consumed Salt
title_sort determination of iodine concentration in commonly consumed salt and its potential impact on household consumers an examination and assessment of consumed salt
topic branded salts
goiter
iodine deficiency disorder (IDD)
iodized salt
iodometric titration
raw salt
url https://doi.org/10.1002/puh2.70012
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