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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Barking 1959
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Barking]
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Examination of the Ice Cream samples showed a fat content
much in excess of the present standards for fat content.
Thirty four samples of Lollies were analysed and found
to be satisfactory.
ICE CREAM METHYLENE BLUE PROVISIONAL GRADINGS
| Total No. of Samples | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 | Grade 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 29 | 10 | 4 |
CHEMICAL ANALYSIS FAT CONTENT
| Total No. of Samples | 0% - 5% | 5% - 10% | 10% - 15% | 15% plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | - | 2 | 11 | 1 |
ICE LOLLIES LEAD CONTENT
| Total No. of Samples | Satisfactory | Unsatisfactory |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | 34 | - |
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