World · Singapore Bureau
Foundation launches nutrition initiative targeting 10,000 seniors by 2030
The FairPrice Foundation is launching a pilot programme to educate 500 senior citizens on healthy eating habits emphasising protein intake and reduced sugar consumption. The scheme aims to expand significantly over the next seven years.
LSN Singapore ·
Singapore's FairPrice Foundation has rolled out a new health and nutrition programme designed to help elderly residents adopt better dietary practices. The pilot initiative will engage 500 senior citizens with guidance on increasing protein consumption while reducing sugar intake, addressing common nutritional challenges facing older populations.
The foundation has set an ambitious target to scale the programme islandwide, with plans to reach approximately 10,000 seniors by 2030. The expansion reflects growing recognition of the importance of preventative health measures among Singapore's ageing demographic.
The programme represents part of broader efforts to promote healthy ageing through accessible nutrition education. By focusing on practical dietary adjustments, the initiative aims to help seniors maintain better health outcomes and quality of life in their later years.
The foundation's approach aligns with public health recommendations emphasising the role of adequate protein intake in maintaining muscle mass and bone health among older adults, while managing sugar consumption to prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes.