Published July 1, 1917 | Version v1
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The distribution among foodstuffs (especially those suitable for the rationing of armies) of the substances required for the prevention of (A) beriberi and (B) scurvy

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To prevent beriberi, the bread or biscuit should be made from wholemeal
or germ-containing flour.
To prevent scurvy, if a supply of fresh fruit or vegetables is not
procurable, germinated pulses should be added to the diet.

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