Healthy Plate takes over Food Pyramid
by Ufairah Akram
@ 23 Jul 2014
The healthy food pyramid, a nutrition guide that displays how much of various food types people should eat each day has been replaced with a new logo. Those interested in embracing a healthier lifestyle will get a new tool called My Healthy Plate to help them make the best eating choices. "The plate is a more visual concept that more people can relate to," said Parliamentary Secretary for Health Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, who launched the new initiative at the Health Promotion Board on Friday. To read more, visit
http://www.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/health/story/my-healthy-plate-replace-food-pyramid-singapore-textbooks-20140711
Since we are on the topic of healthy living, come down this weekend and enjoy the Bolly Jolly Farmers’ Market. It takes place at Bollywood Veggies, a gem in the Kanji countryside.
In support of young Singapore entrepreneurs, brands and local produce, Bolly Jolly will showcase a wide variety of fresh and artisanal produce. These include home-made banana cakes, tapioca chips, organic vegetables, fruit, nut butters, jams, cereals, sprouting kits, organic and eco-friendly home care solutions and more.
Date:26th to 28th July 2014
Time:11am - 4pm
Location: Bollywood Veggies Pte Ltd, 100 Neo Tiew Road S(719026)
