Table 2 Sample of the lesson plans

Sugar

• Total free sugar not > 10% unless if the glucose level is under control.

• Educate on various other forms of sugar in food products.

• Emphasise on homemade foods with less or no sugar.

• Able to identify and reduce consumption of common food products that are high in hidden sugar.

Fruits & vegetables

• 5–7 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.

• Fruits and vegetables to contribute natural micronutrients without the need for supplements.

• Consume fruits and vegetables as whole whenever possible.

• Educate and advocate fruits and vegetables as the main source of vitamins and minerals.

• Include fruits and vegetables in main meals or as snacks to achieve the recommended servings per day.

Eating out habit

• Maintain healthy eating outside home.

• Encourage to choose sugar-free or sugar-less meals.

• Keep the total calorie intake low when eating out.

• Reduce consumption of artificial flavouring such as sauces, dressings, salt or sugar when eating out.

• Learn to pick low calorie foods when dining out.