Muscat: Oman has launched a national health plan to reduce chronic diseases by promoting healthy food consumption.
The Ministry of Health announced the scheme which aims to minimise the use of saturated and hydrogenated fats, salt and sugar in food, which are directly related to diseases such as stress, diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol.
It seeks to prevent the use of hydrogenated fats and reduce saturated fats in food products and in restaurants, reported Oman Observer.
Lab tests on most of the products and standards will be set for manufacturers and importers, who would be required to specify nutrition facts, including the maximum permissible limit, for each product.
The scheme will also run a campaign to raise awareness about healthy food and unhealthy choices.