Written question asked by Jane Griffiths (Labour) on Monday, 21 March 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 4 April 2005. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Monday, 4 April 2005 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, when he plans to publish the Weight Loss Guide announced in the Public Health White Paper; how he intends to consult stakeholders; if he will ensure that controlled carbohydrate dietary approaches are considered in this process; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Jane Griffiths: To ask the Secretary of State for Health when he plans to publish the Weight Loss Guide announced in the Public Health White Paper; how he intends to consult stakeholders; if he will ensure that controlled carbohydrate dietary approaches are considered in this process; and if he will make a statement. [223721] Miss Melanie Johnson: The Public Health White Paper, "Choosing Health", makes a commitment to issue a weight loss guide by July 2005. The content and process of developing the guide are still under discussion.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 432 c1102W; 223721
Session: 2004-05
Subjects: Diets Health education Nutrition Public participation Carbohydrates
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk