Health Wish for 2026: Safe Food, Healthy Practices

Health officials request that the public be vigilant and mindful about the foods they purchase during the festive season—make the right choices.

The festive season is a time for sharing meals, love, and laughter, not for the unwanted gift of germs, bacteria, or food poisoning.

A Health Ministry official emphasizes that food safety is a priority this season:

• Buy inspected meats.
• Handle foods safely.
• Store foods properly.
• Cook meals thoroughly.

These essential steps will protect you, your family, and everyone gathered around your table.

Sementha Tisson, Environmental Health Officer, asserts that this health wish serves as a crucial reminder: safe food practices are vital in caring for one another this season and beyond.

Lisa Hunt, Chief Nutritionist, declares a heartfelt health wish for 2026: A Healthy Diet.

She states, “Our tables may be filled with delicious dishes, and that’s something to be grateful for. However, balance and moderation must be non-negotiable.”

– Enjoy your favorite foods in smaller portions.
– Add more fruits and vegetables to your plate.
– Ensure your body gets the rest it needs to recharge.

Hunt insists, “Healthy eating isn’t about restriction; it’s about making mindful choices that nourish your body and support your overall well-being.”

She encourages everyone to choose balance, listen to their bodies, and fuel themselves with care in 2026 and beyond. Eat well. Live well. Feel your best.

Furthermore, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs stresses the importance of being vigilant when purchasing, preparing, and consuming foods to prevent food-borne illnesses this festive season.

Therefore, the Ministry reminds the public to adhere to necessary precautions to protect themselves, their families, friends, and loved ones against food-borne illnesses.

Key guidelines to follow for safe food consumption include:

– Never purchase unlabeled, dented, rusted, or blown canned foods, and avoid large quantities of foods nearing expiration.

– Do not buy meats that haven’t been inspected and passed.

– Prevent food from entering the temperature danger zone between 4°C and 60°C, where food poisoning bacteria thrive.

– Cook foods properly, and refrigerate leftovers immediately after the meal (as soon as they stop steaming).

Celebrate safely. Eat well. Stay healthy.