INCLUSION OF NON-MAINSTREAM NUTRIENT-RICH PRODUCTS IN HEALTHY MEALS IN PRESCHOOLS PROGRAMME

NOTICE PAPER NO. 1508

NOTICE OF QUESTION FOR WRITTEN ANSWER

FOR THE SITTING OF PARLIAMENT ON 3 NOVEMBER 2026

Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament

Mr Ng Shi Xuan

MP for Sembawang GRC

Question No. 2319

To ask the Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health (a) whether non-mainstream nutrient-rich products such as okara meet the product criteria for healthy meals under the Healthy Meals in Preschools Programme (HMPP) Recommendation and Guidelines; and (b) if not, why not.

Answer

              There are no specific criteria against the use of okara under the Healthy Meals in Preschools Programme (HMPP).

2            Such non-mainstream nutrient-rich foods can be included in preschool meals under the HMPP, as long as they contain essential macro nutrients such as protein, are prepared in a healthy and age-appropriate manner, and is part of a balanced, nutritious diet that supports the developmental needs of preschoolers.