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Sharing Singapore's experience in dietetic practice and school nutrition programmes.
1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore 308433. yen_peng_lim@ttsh.com.sg
Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|May 28, 2008
Summary
Dietitians in Singapore focus on clinical nutrition therapy in hospitals, offering counseling and support. They also promote healthy eating through school programs and food service consultations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Nutrition
- Clinical Dietetics
Background:
- Dietetic practice in Singapore is primarily centered in clinical settings, notably hospitals.
- Multidisciplinary teams deliver medical nutrition therapy through inpatient and outpatient services, including nutrition counseling and support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the scope and application of dietetic practice in Singapore.
- To describe nutrition initiatives within hospital settings and educational institutions.
Main Methods:
- Review of current dietetic practices in Singaporean hospitals.
- Analysis of nutrition education and intervention programs in schools.
Main Results:
- Dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and support in hospitals.
- They also consult on food services, develop dietary guidelines, and conduct workshops.
- Schools integrate nutrition education, promote healthy eating, and offer counseling for overweight students.
Conclusions:
- Dietetic practice in Singapore encompasses clinical care, food service management, and public health initiatives in schools.
- There is a comprehensive approach to promoting healthy eating habits across different age groups and settings.
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