KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 1 -- You may have started noticing a red and white check mark logo appearing next to certain drinks and meals on the menus of your favourite eateries.

This is the "MyChoice" logo, and it is at the heart of the government's push to make dining out in Malaysia a healthier experience.

With popular tea chain Chagee recently becoming the first freshly prepared tea beverage brand to join the scheme, here's a breakdown of what the logo means, how the programme works, and why it matters.

What exactly is the MyChoice logo?

The MyChoice (or Pilihanku) logo is a Health Ministry initiative designed to help customers easily identify healthier food and drink options when they eat out.

Participation is voluntary, but food operato...