Food, Diet & Nutrition

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Having a well-balanced diet is easier than you think!

Does the name My Healthy Plate (MHP) ring a bell? It probably would, as you’ve likely seen it before.

Carbohydrates and Diabetes

Choose your carbs wisely when you have diabetes

Nutritional Tips

Having a well-balanced diet is easier than you think!

Does the name My Healthy Plate (MHP) ring a bell? It probably would, as you’ve likely seen it before.

5 Myths and Facts About Metabolic Rates

You may have heard skipping breakfast and eating certain foods improve your metabolism naturally and help you to lose weight. Are these true? Get your metabolism facts right.

Make a Healthier Choice Today!

If you are a shopper looking for healthier food choices, all you have to do is to look out for the Healthier Choice Symbol

Easy, Healthy Recipes for Kids to Start on Wholegrain

Wholegrains are full of fibre, vitamins and antioxidants that are great for your child. Here are some easy, healthy recipes perfect for introducing tasty wholegrains to your child.

Daily Habits To Help Fight The Belly Bulge

Discover effective daily habits to combat abdominal obesity and embrace a healthier lifestyle with mindful eating.

Know Your Servings: Photo Guide

A simple photo guide to help you visualise how much food makes 1 serving.

Wholegrains—The Wise Choice!

You may have heard that eating wholegrains is good for you. But do you really know what wholegrains are - or why they are beneficial? Perhaps it's time to start reaping the benefits of wholegrains by getting to know them

5 Things to Start Doing Now That Artificial Trans Fat Has Been Banned

PHO's are banned in Singapore, learn about why, how it lowers health risks and the significance to healthier eating habits.

Banish Nasty Nibbles With Healthy Snacks

Eating between meals need not be a diet no-no – if you choose your snacks wisely.

Unlocking the Truth About Fats: How to Choose the Right Ones for Your Health

Learn how to make smart choices about fats in your diet. Discover the difference between healthy and unhealthy fats, and how they impact your overall health and well-being.

Fill Up on Fruits (and Vegetables)

How to eat more fruits and vegetables every day? Read on to find out

Canola Oil, Olive Oil, Soybean Oil - How to choose Cooking Oil?

Get the facts about fat and find out how different types of cooking oil affect the nutrition of your meal.

Eat to Lower Blood Pressure

Do you watch the mercury rising every time your doctor measures your blood pressure? Want to get a handle on the elevated numbers? Get your blood pressure regulating diet right. Read on to pick up tips on how to eat better every day.

Looking Out for Your Wholegrains

Just because a food product is brown or the packaging states that it is high in fibre does not mean that the product is wholegrain. It is important to read the nutrition label to correctly identify whole-grain food products before putting them in your shopping basket/trolley. Read on to find out more!

Why Protein Is More Important Than You May Think, And 5 Common Protein Myths

Many of us associate protein with those who are looking to bulk up their bodies — think protein shakes, high protein diets and protein snacks. Yet, protein is not only for active individuals who are looking to build up their muscles. It’s a “must” for everyone!

5 Healthier CBD Lunchtime Dining Options

Just because you are constantly juggling a busy schedule and spending long hours in the office doesn’t mean you have to disregard your diet.

Recipes

Recipe : Red Snapper in Tomato Herb

Nonya Tomato Fish

Learn how to prepare our Nonya Tomato Fish!

Cooking with Chef Mel Dean... Rendang Ayam Recipe

Rendang ayam is a traditional favourite. Chef Mel Dean shares how this recipe can be tweaked to be healthier.

Recipe : Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

A recipe for delicious classic spaghetti bolognese that serves 4

Recipe : Sayur Lodeh

A traditional dish, made healthy again

Mee Siam

Enjoy a time-honoured dish that's low in sodium yet bursting with flavour

Cooking with Chef Mel Dean... Kuih Bakar Cempedak

Chef Mel Dean shares his take on a traditional dessert with a healthy twist.

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Grilling your chicken is the healthier choice

Chicken Soup With Glutinous Rice Shapes

Learn to prepare our Chicken Soup With Glutinous Rice Shapes!

Vegetable Pancake With Cheese

Learn how to prepare our Vegetable Pancake With Cheese!

Recipe: Nonya Curry Infused Patties

By Health Promotion Board

Recipe : Nasi Kuning

A perpetual favourite

Recipe : Mini Speedy Pizzas

By Health Promotion Board

Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich

Learn how to prepare our Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich!

Claypot Vegetable Brown Rice Recipe

Learn how to prepare Claypot Vegetable Brown Rice!

Recipe : Spinach & Cheese Quiche

A Healthy quiche for the whole family

Sliced Fish with Bee Hoon Soup

Giving a healthier twist to an old favourite

Healthy Herbs and Spices for Cooking

Herbs and spices are healthy and can enhance the flavor of your dishes

Apple Seafood Fried Brown Rice

Tired of the same old recipes? Try something different! Cook this for dinner tonight - Apple Seafood Fried Brown Rice.

Recipe : Beef and Brown Rice

How about this for a healthy and yummy meal?

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Spice Up Your Cooking With Spices

When you whip up a healthy meal with herbs and spices, you’ll be able to cut your daily sodium intake without sacrificing flavour.

Pan-Fried Potato Patties

The perfect patties for any party!

Auspiciously Delicious Chinese New Year Dishes

Learn about common Lunar New Year dishes and get tips for healthier eating this New Year.

Warm Tofu Salad

Cooking at home can be easy. Follow our simple recipe for a good meal—Warm Tofu Salad

Make Healthier Grocery Choices

Look out for the Healthier Choice Symbol - your quick guide to healthier choices across thousands of grocery products.

Learn to read the Nutrition Information Panel

The Nutrition Information Panel (NIP) is easier to read than you think. Make healthier food choices with the NIP as your guide.

Choose Healthier Meals When Dining Out

Look out for healthier choice options when dining out. Be spoilt for choice with a wide variety of healthier, delicious meals.

Make Better Drink Choices With Nutri-Grade

Nutri-Grade “grades” your drinks based on their sugar and saturated fat content with "A" having the lowest levels and "D" the highest. Choose better by limiting Nutri-Grade C and D drinks.

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Having a well-balanced diet is easier than you think!

Carbohydrates and Diabetes

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5 Myths and Facts About Metabolic Rates

Make a Healthier Choice Today!

Easy, Healthy Recipes for Kids to Start on Wholegrain

Daily Habits To Help Fight The Belly Bulge

Nutritional Tips

Having a well-balanced diet is easier than you think!

5 Myths and Facts About Metabolic Rates

Make a Healthier Choice Today!

Easy, Healthy Recipes for Kids to Start on Wholegrain

Daily Habits To Help Fight The Belly Bulge

Know Your Servings: Photo Guide

Wholegrains—The Wise Choice!

5 Things to Start Doing Now That Artificial Trans Fat Has Been Banned

Banish Nasty Nibbles With Healthy Snacks

Unlocking the Truth About Fats: How to Choose the Right Ones for Your Health

Fill Up on Fruits (and Vegetables)

Canola Oil, Olive Oil, Soybean Oil - How to choose Cooking Oil?

Eat to Lower Blood Pressure

Looking Out for Your Wholegrains

Why Protein Is More Important Than You May Think, And 5 Common Protein Myths

5 Healthier CBD Lunchtime Dining Options

Recipes

Recipe : Red Snapper in Tomato Herb

Nonya Tomato Fish

Cooking with Chef Mel Dean... Rendang Ayam Recipe

Recipe : Classic Spaghetti Bolognese

Recipe : Sayur Lodeh

Mee Siam

Cooking with Chef Mel Dean... Kuih Bakar Cempedak

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Chicken Soup With Glutinous Rice Shapes

Vegetable Pancake With Cheese

Recipe: Nonya Curry Infused Patties

Recipe : Nasi Kuning

Recipe : Mini Speedy Pizzas

Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich

Claypot Vegetable Brown Rice Recipe

Recipe : Spinach & Cheese Quiche

Sliced Fish with Bee Hoon Soup

Healthy Herbs and Spices for Cooking

Apple Seafood Fried Brown Rice

Recipe : Beef and Brown Rice

Spice Up Your Cooking With Spices

Pan-Fried Potato Patties

Auspiciously Delicious Chinese New Year Dishes

Warm Tofu Salad

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