Healthy Food, Happier Children Healthy Meals in School and at Home - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Healthy Food, Happier Children Healthy Meals in School and at Home Vision: Hearts of Service * Minds of Inquiry * Joy in Learning * Confidence in Life Mission: Together we bring out the best in every child for a better nation. Motto: Standing Tall Achieving Results School Core Values: Loyalty * Honesty * Compassion * Diligence * Excellence * Unity * Resilience * Self-Discipline

Topics • Childhood Obesity • My Healthy Plate • Healthy Meals in Schools Programme • Healthy Set Meals (Bento Set) • Healthy Eating Habits at Home

Childhood Obesity Video: Rewind the future

Childhood Obesity • Childhood obesity childhood obesity is an international public health concern. • Children are likely to continue being obese during adulthood and are more likely to develop a variety of health problems as adults. • Obesity rate of children in Singapore (2014): 12% • Obesity rate of children in Lianhua Pri Sch (2016): 16%

My Healthy Plate

My Healthy Plate • Introduced by the Health Promotion Board (HPB) in July 2014. • Replaces the Healthy Diet Pyramid. • A guide to plan healthy meals and inculcate healthy eating habits.

My Healthy Plate • My Healthy Plate emphasises the healthy habit of: – Filling half your plate with Fruit and Vegetables – Fill a quarter of your plate with Whole-grains – Fill a quarter of your plate with Meat & Others – Use healthier oils – Choose water – Be active

Filling half your plate with Fruit and Vegetables • Fruit and vegetables are rich in dietary fibre, vitamins, minerals, and can lower the risk of developing heart disease, stroke and certain types of cancer. Eat a variety of fruit and vegetables every day to maximise your nutrient intake. • It matters how your fruit and vegetables are prepared. Eating vegetables with lots of oil or fruit with sugar syrup adds to the consumption of calories and weight gain.

Fill a quarter of your plate with Whole-grains • Consuming whole-grains, such as brown rice, wholemeal bread and rolled oats can reduce the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes, and help in weight management as you get hungry less easily.

Fill a quarter of your plate with Meat & Others • Lean meats such as chicken, fish, beans, tofu or nuts give you more protein than fatty meats. Protein helps to build and repair tissues in the body. Oily fish such tuna also contain omega-3 fatty acids, a beneficial fat that supports overall heart health. Aim for 2 servings of fish a week. • Ensure you include calcium-rich foods in your diet each day. Milk, yoghurt, cheese and tofu are rich in calcium. Choose low-fat or non-fat dairy products over full-fat dairy products to maintain a healthy weight.

Healthy Meals in Schools Programme • Collaboration between HPB and the Ministry of Education • The Healthy Meals in Schools Programme (HMSP) is designed to provide well- balanced meals at your child’s school canteen. • HMSP aims to achieve the following: – Increase awareness of healthy nutrition – Increase consumption of fruit, vegetables and whole-grains – Reduce intake of saturated fat, salt and sugar • Food sold by canteen vendors are assessed by nutritionists/dieticians commissioned by HPB.

Healthy Set Meals (Bento Set) • Each canteen stalls will prepare set meals. • Menu will change daily to ensure variety. • All set meals come in 3 portions sizes: – Small ($1.20) – Medium ($1.50) – Large ($1.80)

Healthy Set Meals (Bento Set) • Stall 2 (Malay – Rice)

Healthy Set Meals (Bento Set) • Stall 5 (Hot Drinks)

Healthy Set Meals (Bento Set) • Stall 6 (Chinese - Noodles)

Healthy Eating Habits at Home • Begin the day with a healthy breakfast – Provide your child with the energy needed to fuel the day. • Have regular meals – When snacking, provide healthier options (i.e. yogurt, fresh fruit, plain biscuit) • Monitor food portions – Do not overfill the plate. Use My Healthy Plate as a guide. • Cut down on salt, fat and sugar – Consumption of unhealthy food and drinks should be limited to once or twice a week.

Healthy Eating Habits at Home • Water up – Have your child drink plenty of water instead of sweetened beverages. • The more the merrier – Make fruits and vegetables an integral part of your child’s meal. • Make mealtimes fun – Get creative with shapes, colours and textures. • Set a good example – Be a role model for your child and practise healthy eating habits together.

Healthy Eating Habits at Home For more information about My Healthy Plate, please visit http://www.hpb.gov.sg/HOPPortal/programmes- article/HPB064355

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