Download: A.O. No. 2022-0020 dated June 30, 2022

Updates the budgetary meal allowance to ensure that food acquired, prepared, and served in government health facilities meet the nutritional requirements of patients and residents, affirms the vital contribution of nutrition and dietetics in fulfilling the guarantees of the Universal Health Care Act, and recognizes the vital role of the Nutrition and Dietetics Service in quality health care. Includes annexes on standards on nutrition and dietetics, guide in eliminating trans-fatty acids from inpatient meals, sample one-day menu, and basis for the meal cost computation.