[ December Holiday Camp Day 4 - Yakult Factory ]

More about Yakult

Yakult, a fermented milk drink, was developed in accordance with Dr. Shirota’s philosophy, which is expressed by the three concepts of “preventive medicine,” “A healthy intestine leads to a long life,” and “ensuring good health for as many people as possible.” Yakult’s dairy products contain Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (Yakult bacteria), which provide strong resistance to bile and gastric juice; and bifidobacteria (strain Yakult), a select variety with proven health benefits. These products are designed primarily to promote health through the daily intake of these microorganisms.

Yakult contains 230 million Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota per milliliter — or 15 billion lactobacilli per bottle — which is 23 times the minimum recommended intake of lactobacilli established by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. What’s more, drinking just one bottle of Yakult 400 provides the body with 40 billion Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota!

As examples of products using probiotics, which have been shown to be effective in preventative medicine, Yakult’s dairy products are produced using the latest technology and painstaking production management, so that they can deliver the living microorganisms essential for good health.

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Products from Yakult

Skincare Products

Other Products

Yakult packaging from different countries


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Getting ready

Allan, Elizabeth, Miranda & Shaun

Shaun & Dillon

Elizabeth & Miranda

Miah, Alix, Issac & Allan

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During the talk

Group A

Group B

Bacteria under the mircoscope

The guide was showing the children a picture of Mr Shirota.

The guide was explaining the different types of good bacteria to the children.

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Children In Focus

Elizabeth

Miranda

Emily

Elijah

Shu Yi

Wen Pei

Miah

Kajsa

Ashley

Dillon

Shaun

Julian

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For Parents:

It was indeed an extremely enriching excursion for all the children and even the teachers.

The guide gave the children a talk about different types of good bacteria that each bottle of Yakult contains and how these bacteria could help our body. The guide even took a drop of Yakult and placed it under the mircosope for the children to see the good bacteria in action. Without a doubt, the children were totally amazed with the experiment.

Subsequently, the guide played a cartoon about the K-boy (Lactobacillus) and B-boy (Bifidobacteria) to further explain the usefulness of these bacteria. The cartoon had definitely captivated their interests, as they watched it attentively and quietly. Now, the children definitely had a more thorough understanding of the 2 good bacteria in the Yakult drink.

After watching the cartoon, the guide brought the children around for a tour. Before she brought us into the factory, she informed us that no photography is allowed in there. Nonethless, the children had a great time in the factory, as they managed to observe the different processes of making Yakult, such as fermenting and packaging. Most of them were very excited to see the big machinery. Cheers!

That marked the end of the tour at Yakult Factory. Each child was given a row of Yakult to bring home. A healthy and yummy drink for ALL!

Cheers,
Angeline

[ December Holiday Camp Day 3 - Goat's Milk Soap ]

More about Goat's Milk Soap

Goat's milk has long been recognized as a natural skin moisturizer and rejuvenator. In North America, when someone suggests the word "milk" we instantly think of a dairy cow. In fact, more people consume goat's milk than any other milk in the world.

From a nutritional standpoint, goat's milk and cow's milk are remarkably similar. However, there are significant differences in the protein and fatty acids that are found in goat's milk. The molecular structure of the proteins and fatty acids which predominate cow's milk are much larger and longer than in goat's milk. Some individuals who are lactose intolerant and cannot handle the digestion of cow's milk are having difficulties in digesting, or breaking down, these long strands. Frequently, goat's milk is recommended for these digestive problems. It has also been suggested that goat's milk should be strongly considered as an alternative to powdered formula for nursing babies.

Goat's milk is also naturally homogenized. In the preparation of our soaps and skin care products, we only use fresh goat's milk. Many goat's milk skin care products utilize powdered milk which is stable and far easier to store. We feel that the high heat used in the dehydration process somehow changes the structure of the milk, and that using fresh milk produces a better feeling on the skin.

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Children at Work

Dillon

Ashley

Issac

Shu Yi

Wen Pei

Miah

Julian

Allan

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For Parents:

It isn't that difficult to get baby soft skin! You just have to start using goat's milk soap from today! Amazing results that you will see in just a few weeks!

After visiting Hay Dairies Goat Farm, the children came back to school and made their own bottle of goat's milk soap. There were only 3 simple steps involved.

Step 1: Pour the goat's milk soap into the soap dispenser.
Step 2: Cover the soap dispenser with the pump.
Step 3: Decorate the soap dispenser with glitter stickers provided.

There you go!!! Children were ready to bring the goat's milk soap dispenser home for use! Wasn't it fast and convenient? Hm... And goat's milk soap smells very fragrant too!

[ December Holiday Camp Day 3 - Hay Dairies Goat Farm ]

More about Hay Dairies Goat Farm

Hay Dairies Pte Ltd is a small goat farm, with about 1,000 goats of mixed breed, producing milk for sale. The farm uses the latest milking, pasteurising, homogenising and bottling machines to produce very fresh goat's milk, which it sells directly to customers. It serves a niche market in Singapore, providing an alternative to those who are allergic to cow's milk.

Hay Dairies produces goat's milk for sale. The farm also welcomes visitors on organised excursions or family outings.

Hay Dairies is located at:
No. 3 Lim Chu Kang
Agrotech Park Lane 4
Singapore 718859

The contacts are as follow:
Tel: (65) 6792 0931
Fax: (65) 6794 1580

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The Bus Ride

Wen Pei & Yuan Laoshi

Julian & Allan

Shu Yi & Elijah

Issac

Ms Zi Hui & Miah

Ariel

Alix

Ashley


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The Farm Tour - Part 1


The children saw how the goats were being milked.

The workers were milking the goats using the machinery.

The children listened attentively as Joe explained more about the goats to them.


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The Farm Tour - Part 2


The children were feeding the goats in the barn.

Elizabeth

Dillon

Miah

Julian

Alix

Elijah & Ashley

Ariel


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Resting Time


Miranda, Elizabeth & Ariel

Wen Pei, Miah & Shu Yi

Issac, Dillion & Shaun

Elijah, Allan, Julian & Alix

Ashley & Shu Yi

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For Parents:

An excursion to Hay Dairires has provided the children an opportunity to get closer to nature. They were extremely excited before reaching the farm and many asked if they were really going to see real goats. Of course!

Upon reaching the farm. the children were brought to see a live demo on milking the goats. The children saw how the workers used the machinery to milk the goats. As the demo was going on, Joe (our guide) provided the children with more information about goats. For example, a male goat is called a 'buck', a female goat is called a 'doe' and a baby goat is called a 'kid'. Surprisingly, the children rememebered most of the information easily and they discussed what they have learnt during the bus journey back to school.

The highlight of this farm tour is that children get to feed the goats with hay. They were brought to the barn where all the goats were kept and they feed the animals. They had such an enjoyable time that they requested for more hay so that they could feed the goats for a longer time. I am sure the experience helps to promote children's love for animals. Cheers!

After taking a short break, the children went back to school happily with a bottle of goat's milk, a souvenir from the farm, more knowledge and understanding about goats and happy memories from this excursion! Yippie!

Cheers,
Angeline

[ December Holiday Camp Day 2 - Cheesecake Deco ]

Recipe on Fluffy Cheesecake

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 3 hr 15 min

Ingredients:
8 oz PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese (softened)
1/3 cup sugar
8 oz COOL WHIP Whipped Topping (thawed)
6 oz HONEY MAID Graham Pie Crust

Preparation:
Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with wire whisk or electric mixer until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping.
Spoon into crust.
Refrigerate 3 hours or until set.
Garnish as desired.

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Children at Work

Kai Wei & Kai Le

Samuel

Ashley

Elijah

Dillon

Shu Yi

Miah

Allan

Wen Pei

Julian

Xin Hui

Charis

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For Parents:

Let all the litlle pastry chefs begin working on their cheescake deco! I bet you will be very surprised by how creative they can get!

First, let add the sprinkles. Hmm... It's so colouful! Yellow, pink, blue, red, white, green and ... WOW!

Next, it is the chocolate syrup. Yummy! Everyone loves the taste of oozing chocolate, don't we? Cheers!

Now, we have the whipped cream. Let's give it some shake! *shake shake* Ready? *pzzzzz*

Finally, it is the almond flakes to finish the toppings. Where shall we put it? Maybe some here and some over there? *wink*

What's NEXT???

Of course, it is time to EAT the yummy cheesecake! Heavenly delicious!!!

Cheers,
Angeline