HC Deb 27 March 1950 vol 473 c17
12. Dr. Stross

asked the Minister of Food whether he is aware that the total calorie intake pre-war from grain and potatoes was 34 per cent. and in 1946 was 42 per cent.; and whether he will now give the figures for 1947, 1948 and 1949.

Mr. Webb

Yes, Sir. The corresponding figures for years 1947, 1948 and 1949 are 43 per cent., 43 per cent. and 40 per cent. respectively.

Dr. Stross

With regard to the last figure given by my right hon. Friend, is my right hon. Friend aware that this shows that we are undoubtedly improving the national dietary?

Mr. Henry Strauss

Has the right hon. Gentleman ever invited a friend to a calorie intake?

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