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Nutri-Grade Directory

Looking for drinks that are lower in sugar and saturated fat? Discover a wide range of Nutri-Grade A or B drinks and check if your favourite drinks make the grade. Nutri-Grade A or B drinks may also carry the Healthier Choice Symbol to help guide you towards making healthier drink choices.

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Nutri-Grade A & B Drinks

Looking for drinks lower in sugar and saturated fat? Use the directory below to find Nutri-Grade A & B drinks or see if your favourite drinks make the grade. Learn more about Nutri-Grade here.

Note: Some Nutri-Grade A and B drinks also carry the healthier choice identifier. All healthier choice drinks are Nutri-Grade A or B. These drinks may carry both these marks, just one or neither.

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What is Nutri-Grade?

Understanding how much sugar and saturated fat is in your drink can be confusing, and you can end up having too much without realising it. While saturated fat is not something you would usually associate with drinks, full-fat dairy products such as condensed milk, evaporated milk, creamer, full-fat milk, etc. are high in saturated fat and are often added to drinks to improve their “mouth feel”. But having too much of both sugar and saturated fat can mask the authentic flavours of drinks and increase your risk of diabetes.

Nutri-Grade “grades” your drinks based on their sugar and saturated fat levels. Think of this as a combined score. Drinks graded “A” have the lowest sugar and saturated fat content, while drinks graded “D” have the highest.

¹ UK Scientific Advisory Committee on Health: Saturated fats and health (2018); Meyer et al. (2001); Riserus, Willet and Hu

Where can you find the Nutri-Grade mark?

The Nutri-Grade mark can be found on both packaged drinks and on menus or menu boards for freshly prepared drinks like kopi, teh, malted drinks, bubble tea, shakes, smoothies and more.

If you want to find out how much sugar is in your drink, simply look out for the sugar percentage indicated on the Nutri-Grade mark!

Spot Nutri-Grade on packaged drinks and on menus

What are the Nutri-Grade guidelines?

Drinks graded Nutri-Grade C and D must display the Nutri-Grade mark on their packaging or on menus and other materials. On the other hand, Nutri-Grade labelling is optional for drinks graded “A” and “B”.

To manage your sugar and saturated fat intake, limit Nutri-Grade C and D drinks and go for healthier choice or Nutri-Grade A or B drinks or simply choose water.

Learn more about the Nutri-Grade guidelines here.

What do the grades “A” to “D” mean?

Click on the grades below to learn about their corresponding range of sugar and saturated fat content and more.

NUTRI-GRADE

Nutri-Grade A

Drinks graded “A” contain minimal sugar, no sweetener and minimal saturated fat content. Make these drinks your first choice whenever possible.

≤ 1g*

sugar and
no sweetener

≤ 0.7g*

Saturated fat

*per 100 ml of the drink

Examples of Nutri-Grade A Drinks

Kopi / Teh O Kosong

Bubble Tea, 0% sugar, no milk & toppings

Did you know?

Healthier choice drinks are Nutri-Grade A or B.

Know your toppings better with Nutri-Grade

As part of the Nutri-Grade requirements, the sugar content of toppings such as pearls, jellies, ice-cream and whipped cream have to be included on menus, posters, signs and other materials. This helps you make better choices when deciding on your order.

Did you know?

Milk and toppings add saturated fat and sugar. Limit these when ordering bubble tea.

Example of a bubble tea menu with the Nutri-Grade mark and sugar content of toppings

²For freshly prepared drinks, smaller food businesses are exempted from the mandatory Nutri-Grade C and D labelling if they (a) earn a revenue of not more than S$1 million in the latest financial year, and (b) sell or supply those drinks at fewer than 10 food premises.

Nutri-Grade A and B drinks

Quench your curiosity

Got a question about Nutri-Grade? Read on to discover the answers to your common queries.

Some soft drinks are graded “A” or “B” while some dairy drinks are Nutri-Grade C or D. Does that mean these soft drinks are healthier?

Nutri-Grade is based on the sugar and saturated fat content of drinks, both of which are linked to a higher risk of diabetes.

Dairy drinks such as full-fat milk are graded "C" or "D" due to their higher saturated fat content. However, full-fat milk is recognised as a good source of other nutrients like protein and calcium. For 1 – 2 year-olds, full-fat milk is necessary to provide adequate fat, protein, vitamins and minerals essential for their growth and development.

On the other hand, while some soft drinks are lower in sugar, they contain little or zero nutrients. It’s better to choose water which is an excellent thirst quencher and contains no sugar or saturated fat.

Why are some sugar-free or low-sugar drinks graded “C” or “D”?

What are the Nutri-Grade guidelines for labelling and advertising?

What’s the difference between the Nutri-Grade mark, the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) and the Healthier Dining Programme (HDP)?

Why don't I see any Nutri-Grade marks at my local coffee shop?

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The Truth About Drinks With No Nutri-Grade Label Stickers

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Tier A and B will not have mandatory labelling as a healthier choice but businesses most likely will want to do so to show off that their drinks have lower sugar and saturated fat.

For Tier C and D, it will be mandatory for them to be labelled with Nutri-Grade marks

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Nutrigrade last post before we head out

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Choose low-fat or non-fat over full-fat dairy products

Low-fat or non-fat dairy products provide protein and calcium without the extra fats and calories, helping you maintain a healthy weight.

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Rollout of Nutri-Grade Mark on 30 December 2022

29 December 2022

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The mandatory nutrition labelling and advertising prohibition measures for beverages sold in Singapore in prepacked form and from automated beverage dispensers (collectively, “Nutri-Grade beverages”) will come into effect on 30 December 2022. Nutri-Grade beverages will be graded as “A”, “B”, “C” or “D”, according to their sugar and saturated fat content.

2.       The Nutri-Grade beverages include beverages prepacked in bottles, cans, cartons or packets; powders or concentrates such as 3-in-1 instant coffee beverage and cordials; and beverages dispensed from automated beverage dispensers such as fountain drinks and automated coffee machines.

3.       From 30 December 2022, consumers can expect to see the following:

a) Nutri-Grade beverages graded “C” or “D” will be labelled with a Nutri-Grade mark, while labelling of beverages graded “A” or “B” and/or products endorsed with the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) is optional;

b) Nutri-Grade beverages will carry a nutrition information panel (NIP) specifying the energy value, the amounts of protein, carbohydrate, fat, total sugar and saturated fat in the beverage; and

c) Advertisements related to Nutri-Grade beverages graded “D” will be prohibited, except in certain circumstances detailed in regulation 184F(2) in the Food Regulations.

4.         Since the announcement of the nutrition labelling and advertising prohibition measures in October 2019, manufacturers have progressively labelled their products with Nutri-Grade marks, reformulated their beverages and introduced more lower-sugar and lower-fat choices ahead of the implementation date.

5.         Overall, the median sugar level of prepacked Nutri-Grade beverages has reduced from 7.1% in FY2017 to 4.6% in FY2021 and close to two-thirds of these beverages in the market are now graded “A” or “B”. This is more than double compared to FY2017, where only about 30% of prepacked Nutri-Grade beverages in the market would have been graded “A” or “B”. Currently, one in five beverages in the market is tagged with HCS. These beverages are also graded “A” or “B”.

6.         We have seen an encouraging increase in the sales of beverages which would have been graded “A” and “B”, from 37% in FY2017 to 71% in FY2021. There are now more healthier alternatives such as low- and zero-sugar options for sodas, Asian drinks and ready-to-drink teas. Some higher sugar juices have been reformulated through mixing with lower-sugar fruits and vegetables, or reconstituted to become a juice drink. The range of healthier all-in-one coffees and teas with lower saturated fat has also increased from 24% in FY2017 to 36% in FY2021.

7.         To reduce sugar intake, consumers are encouraged to limit their intake of beverages labelled “C” or “D”, and choose healthier beverages graded “A” or “B”, beverages labelled with HCS, or simply drink water instead.

8.         Consumers can find more information about Nutri-Grade including the list of healthier drinks graded “A” and “B” on HealthHub at https://go.gov.sg/nutri-grade. Consumers can also expect to see accompanying consumer educational messages at retail stores while shopping in the coming months.

9.         The Ministry of Health and Health Promotion Board will extend similar measures to freshly prepared beverages that are scheduled to come into effect by end of 2023. More details will be released later.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH
29 DECEMBER 2022

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Choose protein-rich foods which are also high in calcium

Calcium strengthens bones and teeth, therefore reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Try milk, yoghurt, cheese, tofu, calcium-enriched soy milk and sardines, which are rich in protein and calcium.

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Oolong Tea also have Nutri-grades!

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Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Glucose is your body's main source of energy. Your body can make glucose, but glucose also comes from the food you eat. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that helps glucose get into your cells to be used for energy.

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Have a mix of plant and animal-based protein

Consume a mix of protein from fresh foods. These contain healthy fats and are good sources of nutrients such as iodine, iron, zinc, and vitamin B

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DONT DRINK MILO D GRADE IS BAD FOR YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU

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Nutri-Grade – A Tier List For Drinks

Prepacked drinks on the markets will be ranked from A to D based on their sugar and saturated fat content.

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Ribena Original Taste Now in Nutri-Grade B!

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Choose fresh over processed meat

Limit your intake of preserved and processed meat like luncheon meat and sausages, as they are low in protein and high in saturated fats and sodium. Consuming processed meat can also increase the risk of heart and kidney diseases.

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Products with a NutriScore value of -1 or below receive an A grade, while those with a value between 0 and 2 are classified as B. Products scoring between 3 and 10 receive a C grade, whereas those scoring 11 to 18 are assigned a D grade. Finally, products with a NutriScore value above 19 receive an E grade. Now it is only ABCD. E removed.

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This is an example of the Nutri-grade on sweet drink. This drink is Nutri-grade C.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsVb2h_BLBc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piqrRdgppPo

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What's With Our Obsession With Bubble Tea? | Part 1/2 | Talking Point

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Nutri-Grade A & B Drinks

Looking for drinks lower in sugar and saturated fat? Use the directory below to find Nutri-Grade A & B drinks or see if your favourite drinks make the grade. Learn more about Nutri-Grade here.

Note: Some Nutri-Grade A and B drinks also carry the healthier choice identifier. All healthier choice drinks are Nutri-Grade A or B. These drinks may carry both these marks, just one or neither.

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Sugar > Obesity > Diabetes > Kidney Failure

Overconsumption of sugar can lead to obesity which can lead to diabetes which can lead to kidney failure. This is why the ban on sugary drink ads was mentioned in a congress on kidney failure treatment.

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Nutri-Score is a nutritional color-coded labeling system, launched in France in 2017, grading products from A (green), indicating the healthiest, to E (red), signifying the least healthy within the same food category

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Nutri-Score is a nutritional color-coded labeling system, launched in France in 2017, grading products from A (green), indicating the healthiest, to E (red), signifying the least healthy within the same food category

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Choose lean over fatty meat

Fatty meat and lard are high in saturated fats. Too much saturated fats can cause cholesterol to build up in your blood vessels, hence increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Remove visible fats in meats to cut down your intake of saturated fats.

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Nutri-Grade Directory

Looking for drinks that are lower in sugar and saturated fat? Discover a wide range of Nutri-Grade A or B drinks and check if your favourite drinks make the grade. Nutri-Grade A or B drinks may also carry the Healthier Choice Symbol to help guide you towards making healthier drink choices.

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this is grade A very healthy

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What are 5 signs your blood sugar is too high?

Symptoms of hyperglycemia include:

Urinating large amounts.

Excessive thirst.

Feeling tired.

Frequent hunger.

Dry mouth.

Weight loss.

Blurred vision.

Recurrent infections (e.g., urinary infections, skin infections)

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Water0gChocolate Drink (Can)16.6gEnergy Drink (Can)19.5gTeh (Glass)22.5gIce Tea (Can)27gSparkling Juice31.5gCola35g

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Nutri-Score is a nutritional color-coded labeling system, launched in France in 2017, grading products from A (green), indicating the healthiest, to E (red), signifying the least healthy within the same food category

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Nutri-Score is a food choice logo designed for food products, aiming to encourage consumers to make healthier choices within product groups. It utilizes a traffic light system with five levels, where A represents the preferred choice and E indicates a choice to avoid.

The logo provides a score for the product using colors and letters. Independent scientists developed this system, wherein products earn points for protein, fiber, fruits, vegetables, and nuts, while losing points for energy content (kcal), sugars, saturated fat, and salt.

Based on the total score, products are assigned an A, B, C, D, or E rating, with a dark green A representing the healthiest composition and a dark orange E indicating the least healthy option.

The Nutri-Score calculation is fully integrated into the SAP Recipe Development module, enabling real-time assessment. This integration allows product developers to gain insights into a product's expected Nutri-Score and observe the impact of any changes on the score.

Nutri-Score is recommended by the governments of Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, and Spain. In Portugal, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Austria, companies can voluntarily adopt it

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According to the 2018/2019 National Nutrition Survey, Singaporeans consume an average of 12 tablespoons (60g) of sugar daily. This includes the intake from both food and drinks.

It has not increased much as compared to the 59g from 2010, almost 10 years before. However, that is still a lot of sugar.

HPB recommends less than 40 – 55g of added sugar a day. To be honest, this is higher than expected. About ⅔ of the majority of Singaporeans’ daily sugar (40g) intake comes from canned and packet drinks.

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Mandatory Nutri-Grade mark for beverages graded C or DThe mandatory nutrition label, called “Nutri-Grade”, has four colour-coded grades. Grade A, corresponding to the lowest sugar and saturated fat thresholds, is in green. Grade D, corresponding to the highest sugar and saturated fat thresholds, is in red.

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The grade is determined by the sugar and saturated fat content of the beverage

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Grade.

7. Avoid or Minimize Processed Ingredients

Choose whole, minimally processed foods whenever possible. Processed foods tend to have higher sugar, sodium, and unhealthy fats, which negatively impact the Nutri-Grade score.

Read labels carefully to avoid hidden unhealthy ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavoring, and preservatives.

8. Consider the Overall Product Composition

For manufacturers or product developers, adjust the product composition (i.e., ratios of ingredients) to optimize the nutritional value. This includes balancing macronutrients (carbs, proteins, fats) and micronutrients.

9. Compliance with Nutritional Standards

Ensure the food product meets the specific Nutri-Grade criteria for your region. The thresholds for Nutri-Grade ratings are often based on the presence of excess sugars, saturated fats, and sodium, so understanding the regulations and requirements for your specific market is essential.

10. Promote Healthier Alternatives

If you're a business or brand, you could opt to produce versions of your food with improved nutritional profiles, such as low-sugar, reduced-sodium, or low-fat versions, which can help you achieve a better Nutri-Grade rating.

Example: Improving Nutri-Grade for a Soft Drink

If you're trying to improve the Nutri-Grade of a sugary beverage, consider:

Reducing sugar content by using a lower-calorie sweetener or diluting the product with water or natural fruit juices.

Replacing artificial flavorings with natural flavors.

Increasing the proportion of real fruit juice if appropriate, which adds vitamins and fiber.

By making these adjustments, you can lower the Nutri-Grade of a food product, which generally translates to a healthier option for consumers.

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What are the dangers of diabetes?

Possible complications include:

Heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) disease. ...

Nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic neuropathy). ...

Kidney damage from diabetes (diabetic nephropathy). ...

Eye damage from diabetes (diabetic retinopathy). ...

Foot damage. ...

Skin and mouth conditions. ...

Hearing impairment. ...

Alzheimer's disease.

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CHOOSE A VIDEO(to presenter and teachers)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsVb2h_BLBc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4fZfQpDgYM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fg0fPMymTt0

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In Search Of Healthier Bubble Tea: Does It Exist? | Part 2/2 | Talking Point

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What is Nutri-Score?

Nutri-Score is a food choice logo from France and helps to choose products with a better composition. The logo gives an overall score for a food product  based on the nutritional value, looking at the positives and negatives of  the product. Examples of negatives are calories, sugar, saturated fat and salt. Positives are vegetables, fruit, legumes, fibre and protein.

The system gives points for each positive or negative based on the ceiling limit for its amount in the product. Next, it deducts the points for the positives from the points for the negatives to give a total score. Based on this total score, it gives the product an A, B, C, D or E. A dark green ‘A’ means the product has a better composition than the same type of product with  a dark orange ‘E’. It does not mean that a product with an A or B is healthy, but it is a better choice than the same type of product with an orange D.

Food choice logos like Nutri-Score help people compare products and make better food choices. De Nutri-Score is especially useful for foods that are not included in the Wheel of Five. The Wheel of Five remains the advice for healthy food. For more information about Nutri-Score, see Nutriscore.nl(link is external). A calculation tool(link is external) is available for companies. They can use it to calculate a product’s Nutri-Score.

What is RIVM’s role in Nutri-Score?

The Netherlands and six other countries are working out how to use the Nutri-Score food choice logo and make its use easier. The other countries are France, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Spain and Switzerland. They are working together in two international bodies: a steering group and a scientific committee. RIVM and the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport are both representing the Netherlands in these bodies.

The steering group is coordinating the introduction of Nutri-Score in each country. Nutri-Score uses an algorithm to calculate a food product’s score. The scientific committee is investigating if changes to this algorithm can help match the score to the countries’ dietary guidelines. And if so, how. RIVM is working on a literature review and making calculations, so it can offer advice. RIVM is also taking part in working groups and answers the involved parties’ questions about the subject matter and technical aspects on behalf of the international technical committee.

Study: how to match Nutri-Score to the Wheel of Five

In the run-up to the introduction of a new food choice logo, RIVM worked with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre in 2019 on a study in which three European food choice logos were compared with the Dutch guidelines the Wheel of Five. The three logos were the Scandinavian Keyhole, the British Multiple Traffic Light and the French Nutri-Score. All of these logos were able to help people rank food products based on how healthy they are. Nutri-Score was found to do this slightly better than Multiple Traffic Light. Based on the results of this study, the State Secretary for Health, Welfare and Sport has decided that Nutri-Score is the food choice logo we should use in the Netherlands.

In 2021, RIVM did a study to ascertain the match between Nutri-Score and the Dutch dietary guidelines(link is external). This study revealed that Nutri-Score is not yet a good match for all the food product groups in the Dutch guidelines (for example, cake and pastries, bread and cereal products, milk and dairy beverages, cheese and processed meats). Given this fact, RIVM advised that the Nutri-Score algorithm needed to be updated.

The updated Nutri-Score algorithm

Because Nutri-Score was originally developed for France, it was not a sufficient match with the dietary guidelines applicable in various European countries. Therefore, the scientific committee launched a study(link is external) to identify how to improve the algorithm’s match with the various dietary guidelines. The algorithm for solid foods(link is external) was updated in 2022, followed by the algorithm for beverages(link is external) in March 2023. The steering group adopted the new algorithms and the Health Council of the Netherlands published an advisory report(link is external)  about them. The Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport then decided(link is external) to introduce Nutri-Score in the Netherlands on 1 January 2024 based on the study by the scientific committee and the advisory report of the Health Council of the Netherlands.

Nutri-Score as a motivator for product improvement?

Food choice logos like Nutri-Score can also motivate companies to improve their products. RIVM investigated this in a theoretical way in 2021(link is external). Lowering the amounts of sugar and salt or raising the amounts of positive ingredients (like the percentage of vegetables in a meal) will improve the Nutri-Score of a product. The company can then sell the product (for example a meal with more vegetables and less salt) as a better choice compared to products that have not been improved. A better Nutri-Score can motivate consumers to choose a particular product.

Recently, RIVM looked at the supply of food products in the Netherlands(link is external) and in various other European countries(link is external). In the Netherlands, breakfast cereals, meat preserves and sweets ands sweets goods had a lower sugar and/or saturated fat content in 2020 compared to 2018. In five European countries, breakfast cereals and processed potato products had less salt and bread products had less sugar between 2019 and 2021. In both studies, the RIVM calculated a more favorable Nutri-Score for these product groups. Nutri-Score could therefore be an incentive for product improvement. Monitoring should show to what extent manufacturers are encouraged by Nutri-Score to improve foods.

NAPV product criteria and Nutri-Score

In early 2022, RIVM published ceiling limits as part of the National Approach to Product Improvement (NAPV). The limits help producers to lower the amounts of salt, saturated fat and sugar in food products, one step at a time. In July 2023, the ceiling limits were, where possible, brought in line with the (new) Nutri-Score cut-off points.

Monitoring Nutri-Score

RIVM will monitor the use of Nutri-Score. The distribution of scores A-E and changes in the composition of food products will be monitored as well. Data from the Food Database(link is external) (Levensmiddelendatabank) will be used for this purpose.

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Over time, diabetes can damage blood vessels in the heart, eyes, kidneys and nerves. People with diabetes have a higher risk of health problems including heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Diabetes can cause permanent vision loss by damaging blood vessels in the eyes

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Pick A for the best

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Protein

What is protein?

Protein can be found in poultry, red meat, fish, seafood, eggs and dairy products such as milk, yoghurt and cheese. Plant-based protein such as soy milk, tofu, tempeh, nuts, beans and legumes are also good sources of protein.

Protein sources are packed with vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin B and zinc. Fish also contains beneficial fats like Omega-3 fatty acids.

Protein is the building block of almost everything in your body. It helps to build and repair body tissues, as well as regulate bodily functions. This is why you need protein in your diet to help keep your muscles, bones, organs, skin and nails healthy.

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Trans and saturated fats are unhealthy fats that increase the risk of heart disease. Some sources of saturated fats include animal fats (e.g. butter, lard), full-fat dairy products (e.g. full-cream milk), and some plant-based oils.

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The system gives points for each positive or negative based on the ceiling limit for its amount in the product. Next, it deducts the points for the positives from the points for the negatives to give a total score. Based on this total score, it gives the product an A, B, C, D or E.

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Start switching from refined grains to wholegrains by mixing brown rice with white rice.

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Nutri-Grade is based on the sugar and saturated fat content of drinks, both of which are linked to a higher risk of diabetes. Dairy drinks such as full-fat milk are graded "C" or "D" due to their higher saturated fat content.

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Drinks graded Nutri-Grade C and D must display the Nutri-Grade mark on their packaging or on menus and other materials. On the other hand, Nutri-Grade labelling is optional for drinks graded “A” and “B”.

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What are trans fats?

Trans fats are formed when unsaturated fats undergo hydrogenation. Trans fats come from two sources - natural and artificial. Natural trans fats occur in dairy products and red meats such as beef and lamb; while artificial trans fats come mainly from partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) in processed foods like snacks, baked goods, prepared meals and fat spreads. Currently, there is a ban on PHOs in Singapore, so products like frozen cakes and fat spread have been reformulated to be PHO-free.

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When diabetes is not well controlled, the level of sugar in your blood goes up. High blood sugar can cause damage to many parts of your body, including your eyes, heart, feet, nerves, and kidneys. Diabetes can also cause high blood pressure and hardening of the arteries.

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Wholegrains are every bit as rich in vitamins, antioxidants and fibre as fruit and vegetables! Furthermore, they also contain beneficial phytochemicals and all these nutrients help protect your health.

Vitamin E, selenium
& phytic acid

Help prevent damage to
your blood vessels

Soluble fibre

Helps lower blood
cholesterol and promotes bowel function

Fibre

Adds bulk to your diet and
helps you feel full, reducing
the risk of overeating

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Trans & Saturated Fats

What are the different types of fats?

While we all know fats are a concentrated source of calories, it’s still essential for our body’s needs. Let us learn more about fats and how to get the most out of it.

There are 4 different types of fats - polyunsaturated fats (PUFA), monounsaturated fats (MUFA), trans fats, and saturated fats (SFA). These fats can affect our health differently so be sure to choose healthier options!

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Nutri-Score (also known as Nutri-Grade in some regions) is a nutritional labeling system designed to provide consumers with clear, easy-to-understand information about the overall nutritional quality of food products. It uses a color-coded scale, ranging from green (A) for products with higher nutritional quality, to red (E) for those with lower nutritional quality.

The Nutri-Score takes into account various factors such as:

1. Positive components (e.g., the amount of fruits, vegetables, fiber, and protein).

2. Negative components (e.g., energy content, sugar, salt, and saturated fats).

By simplifying the nutritional profile, Nutri-Score aims to help consumers make healthier food choices at a glance, promoting better diets and improving public health.

Would you like more information on how it works or its impact?

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Drinking in moderation

Having drinks with your friends? Healthy adult men should drink no more than 2 standard drinks a day, and women should drink no more than 1 standard drink a day. A standard drink is 1 can (330ml) of regular beer with 5% alcohol content, ½ glass (100ml) of wine with 15% alcohol content, where the glass height is not more than 15cm, or 1 shot (30ml) of spirits with 40% alcohol content.

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Use healthier cooking methods

Try healthier cooking methods such as boiling, grilling, roasting, baking, stir-frying and steaming instead of deep frying.

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Choose healthier options

Buy groceries/meals with the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS). When ordering food, ask for less sauces/gravy and refrain from drinking it all.

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Press Releases

Rollout of Nutri-Grade Mark on 30 December 2022

29 December 2022

This article has been migrated from an earlier version of the site and may display formatting inconsistencies.

The mandatory nutrition labelling and advertising prohibition measures for beverages sold in Singapore in prepacked form and from automated beverage dispensers (collectively, “Nutri-Grade beverages”) will come into effect on 30 December 2022. Nutri-Grade beverages will be graded as “A”, “B”, “C” or “D”, according to their sugar and saturated fat content.

2.       The Nutri-Grade beverages include beverages prepacked in bottles, cans, cartons or packets; powders or concentrates such as 3-in-1 instant coffee beverage and cordials; and beverages dispensed from automated beverage dispensers such as fountain drinks and automated coffee machines.

3.       From 30 December 2022, consumers can expect to see the following:

a) Nutri-Grade beverages graded “C” or “D” will be labelled with a Nutri-Grade mark, while labelling of beverages graded “A” or “B” and/or products endorsed with the Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) is optional;

b) Nutri-Grade beverages will carry a nutrition information panel (NIP) specifying the energy value, the amounts of protein, carbohydrate, fat, total sugar and saturated fat in the beverage; and

c) Advertisements related to Nutri-Grade beverages graded “D” will be prohibited, except in certain circumstances detailed in regulation 184F(2) in the Food Regulations.

4.         Since the announcement of the nutrition labelling and advertising prohibition measures in October 2019, manufacturers have progressively labelled their products with Nutri-Grade marks, reformulated their beverages and introduced more lower-sugar and lower-fat choices ahead of the implementation date.

5.         Overall, the median sugar level of prepacked Nutri-Grade beverages has reduced from 7.1% in FY2017 to 4.6% in FY2021 and close to two-thirds of these beverages in the market are now graded “A” or “B”. This is more than double compared to FY2017, where only about 30% of prepacked Nutri-Grade beverages in the market would have been graded “A” or “B”. Currently, one in five beverages in the market is tagged with HCS. These beverages are also graded “A” or “B”.

6.         We have seen an encouraging increase in the sales of beverages which would have been graded “A” and “B”, from 37% in FY2017 to 71% in FY2021. There are now more healthier alternatives such as low- and zero-sugar options for sodas, Asian drinks and ready-to-drink teas. Some higher sugar juices have been reformulated through mixing with lower-sugar fruits and vegetables, or reconstituted to become a juice drink. The range of healthier all-in-one coffees and teas with lower saturated fat has also increased from 24% in FY2017 to 36% in FY2021.

7.         To reduce sugar intake, consumers are encouraged to limit their intake of beverages labelled “C” or “D”, and choose healthier beverages graded “A” or “B”, beverages labelled with HCS, or simply drink water instead.

8.         Consumers can find more information about Nutri-Grade including the list of healthier drinks graded “A” and “B” on HealthHub at https://go.gov.sg/nutri-grade. Consumers can also expect to see accompanying consumer educational messages at retail stores while shopping in the coming months.

9.         The Ministry of Health and Health Promotion Board will extend similar measures to freshly prepared beverages that are scheduled to come into effect by end of 2023. More details will be released later.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH
29 DECEMBER 2022

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Eat a variety

For optimal health, eat a wide variety of foods from all the food groups. Try different wholegrains, fruit and vegetables, meat and other protein-rich foods including those containing calcium.

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How to Make Smarter Drink Choices with the Nutri-Grade Labels in 2023

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What is the healthiest drink to drink in the world?

Water is the best choice for quenching your thirst. Coffee and tea, without added sweeteners, are healthy choices, too. Some beverages should be limited or consumed in moderation, including fruit juice, milk, and those made with low-calorie sweeteners, like diet drinks.

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Excess Calories

What are calories?

Calories counting seem to be necessary when we want to get started on a healthy eating journey. But how many of us actually understand what calories are and how to count them?

Easily track your daily calorie intake with the meal log tool on the Healthy 365 app

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Nutri-Grade is based on the sugar and saturated fat content of drinks, both of which are linked to a higher risk of diabetes.

Dairy drinks such as full-fat milk are graded "C" or "D" due to their higher saturated fat content. However, full-fat milk is recognised as a good source of other nutrients like protein and calcium. For 1 – 2 year-olds, full-fat milk is necessary to provide adequate fat, protein, vitamins and minerals essential for their growth and development.

On the other hand, while some soft drinks are lower in sugar, they contain little or zero nutrients. It’s better to choose water which is an excellent thirst quencher and contains no sugar or saturated fat.

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Get active and stay active

In addition to eating healthier meals, being physically active is essential to maintaining good health. Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week.

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Fresh drink stalls modify offerings to comply with Nutri-Grade requirements

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Know your toppings better with Nutri-Grade

As part of the Nutri-Grade requirements, the sugar content of toppings such as pearls, jellies, ice-cream and whipped cream have to be included on menus, posters, signs and other materials. This helps you make better choices when deciding on your order.

Did you know?

Milk and toppings add saturated fat and sugar. Limit these when ordering bubble tea.

Example of a bubble tea menu with the Nutri-Grade mark and sugar content of toppings

²For freshly prepared drinks, smaller food businesses are exempted from the mandatory Nutri-Grade C and D labelling if they (a) earn a revenue of not more than S$1 million in the latest financial year, and (b) sell or supply those drinks at fewer than 10 food premises.

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Sugar

What is sugar?

Sugar is essentially a carbohydrate that occurs naturally in a wide range of nutritious foods such as fruit, vegetables, grains and dairy.

Sugar is often added during food processing to enhance flavours or act as a preservative. Added sugars are largely empty calories that provide little to no nutrients and should be consumed in moderation.

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Make water your drink of choice

Did you know that water quenches thirst better than sugar-sweetened beverages? If you want a sweetened drink, opt for a healthier option that's lower in sugar or no added sugar by looking out for the Healthier Choice Symbol or Nutri-Grade A or B marks.

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Singaporeans consume 3,600 mg of sodium a day — 1.8 times the limit recommended by WHO (2,000 mg/day). Half of Singaporeans' sodium intake comes from salt added to meals during cooking, and 25% comes from sodium in sauces and seasonings.

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Choose healthier oils

Oils that are lower in saturated fat (canola, soy and olive oils) are better for your health. Try to limit your intake of saturated and trans fats. Keep a look out for Healthier Dining Partners who use healthier oils in their cooking when you dine out.