Health ministry outlines five tips for healthier grocery shopping
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has issued five key recommendations to help shoppers avoid unhealthy choices at the supermarket.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Ministry of Health has stressed the importance of avoiding unhealthy choices while shopping.
In a post on X, the ministry said that a healthy shopping trip includes planning weekly meals in advance, making a shopping list before heading to the store, and avoiding shopping while hungry to prevent hunger-driven food decisions.
The ministry also advised reading nutrition labels to select products lower in calories, sugar, fat, and salt. It recommended replacing less nutritious options with healthier alternatives, such as choosing fruit instead of sweets, and diversifying food choices rather than relying on a single type, to ensure the body receives a variety of nutrients.
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