The data here published were collected [presumably in Malaya] in 1941. The average diet of South Indian labourers was found to be ill-balanced and deficient in protein, especially animal protein, vitamins, especially fatsoluble, Ca and P. Many conditions generally accepted as being due to dietary deficiency were prevalent, particularly among children and pregnant women. Suggestions for improving the diet include the increased use of millet, maize, legumes, leafy vegetables, fruit and red palm oil. The value of milk is stressed, and it is suggested that the estate should supply this. Dietetic education of the labourers is considered essential.-A. Synge.