More protein, less sugar: 500 seniors to learn tips for healthy eating in pilot programme
FairPrice Foundation said the aim is to reach 10,000 seniors islandwide by 2030.
Singapore - A new nutrition programme, Stay Strong, aims to educate 500 seniors across NTUC Health’s 27 Active Ageing Centres (AACs) on healthier eating habits. Launched by FairPrice Foundation (FPF) in partnership with Tan Tock Seng Hospital and NTUC Health, the programme combines gamification and storytelling to make the lessons relatable and practical for older adults.
Participating seniors, like 70-year-old homemaker Rosna Abdul Rahman, are learning about protein and calcium-rich foods, wholegrain carbohydrates, and reducing sodium, sugar, and saturated fats in their diets. The programme includes a fictional character, Ah Bao, portrayed by local actor Sugie Phua, who uses videos to illustrate common food and nutrition dilemmas.
Seniors will receive resources, such as a "Healthy Da Bao Box" container and a 14-Day Stay Strong Challenge healthy habit tracker, to apply their newfound knowledge and maintain healthier habits. Conducted through a study with over 500 seniors, the programme aims to reach 10,000 seniors by 2030, addressing the disconnect between seniors' desire to eat healthily and their actual food choices.
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