The Crunch Journal

Can You Recycle Your Snack Packaging in Singapo...

Snack wrappers look recyclable, but most are laminated multi-layer packaging that Singapore's blue bin doesn't accept. Here's what actually happens to them, and better ways to cut back on packaging...

Can You Recycle Your Snack Packaging in Singapo...

Snack wrappers look recyclable, but most are laminated multi-layer packaging that Singapore's blue bin doesn't accept. Here's what actually happens to them, and better ways to cut back on packaging...

Are Packaged Snacks Safe During Pregnancy? A Si...

A Singapore label-reading guide to choosing packaged snacks during pregnancy: what SFA says about Listeria risk, HPB's sodium guidance, and the nutrients pregnancy calls for more of.

Are Packaged Snacks Safe During Pregnancy? A Si...

A Singapore label-reading guide to choosing packaged snacks during pregnancy: what SFA says about Listeria risk, HPB's sodium guidance, and the nutrients pregnancy calls for more of.

What Does "Reduced Fat" or "Lite" Actually Mean...

"Reduced," "Lite" and "Less" on a Singapore snack label aren't just marketing words — HPB requires a real 25% cut versus a named reference food. Here's how the rule actually...

What Does "Reduced Fat" or "Lite" Actually Mean...

"Reduced," "Lite" and "Less" on a Singapore snack label aren't just marketing words — HPB requires a real 25% cut versus a named reference food. Here's how the rule actually...

What Does Halal Certification Actually Mean on ...

MUIS certification, "no pork no lard" and Muslim-owned labels are not the same claim. Here is what each one on a Singapore snack label actually guarantees, and how to check...

What Does Halal Certification Actually Mean on ...

MUIS certification, "no pork no lard" and Muslim-owned labels are not the same claim. Here is what each one on a Singapore snack label actually guarantees, and how to check...

Snacks for High Cholesterol: What to Look for o...

About one in three Singapore adults has high cholesterol. Here's why "cholesterol-free" on a snack pack means little, and which label lines (saturated fat, trans fat and fibre) actually matter.

Snacks for High Cholesterol: What to Look for o...

About one in three Singapore adults has high cholesterol. Here's why "cholesterol-free" on a snack pack means little, and which label lines (saturated fat, trans fat and fibre) actually matter.

What to Eat Before a Workout in Singapore: A Pr...

Should you eat before exercise, and if so, what and how long before? A sourced, practical guide to pre-workout snacks, morning workouts and staying hydrated in Singapore's heat.

What to Eat Before a Workout in Singapore: A Pr...

Should you eat before exercise, and if so, what and how long before? A sourced, practical guide to pre-workout snacks, morning workouts and staying hydrated in Singapore's heat.