FEDERATION OF MALAYA, NUTRITION SURVEY SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 1962

Abstract

The report gives a factual evaluation of the growth and development of children, the state of physical health of adults including the occurrence of hypertensive vascular disease, obesity and diabetes, and it also delineates the adequacy or inadequacy of nutrition in terms of specific chemical components and vitamins and minerals. This information when coupled with the knowledge of available food supplies and customary food habits should enable the Malaysian government to correct any deficiencies which do exist. This report should be instrumental in aiding the Ministry of Health as well as the Ministry of Agriculture and other governmental agencies in future planning for the welfare of this progressive country.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1964
Accession Number
AD0657980

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