§ Mr. Ryanasked the Minister of Health (1) what plans he has for future research on the effect of fruit syrups on the dental health of young children;
(2) if any direct relationship has been detected from recent research between the normal usage of rose hip syrups and the prevalence of dental caries in young children.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonNo increased prevalence of dental decay in young children has been found to be directly associated with the taking of vitamin supplements, including rose hip syrup, but examination of the data is continuing to ascertain, if possible, whether there are any harmful effects when supplements are taken on a dummy or feeder.
§ Mr. Ryanasked the Minister of Health what advice he has given local authorities regarding the use of fruit syrups containing vitamin C in the light of recent research on dental caries affecting young children.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonNone.