A BALANCED DIET IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Did you know that a cup of NESTLE® MILO® contains nutritious ingredients to take you further? Prepared with care, it provides you with vitamins, minerals, and energy so you can stay active throughout the day. So, what is in NESTLE® MILO®?
The Ingredients in NESTLE® MILO® Contributes to a Balanced Diet
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Malt Barley
Extracted from barley which acts as a good source of energy
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Milk
Source of protein & calcium
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Cocoa
Gives the chocolate taste you like
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ACTIV-GO®
Special mix of PROTOMALT®, 6 vitamins & 3 minerals
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NUTRIENT
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FUNCTION
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Protomalt®
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Malt extract from barley for energy
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Vitamin B (B2,B3, B6 & B12)
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Provides efficient energy release from food
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Calcium
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For strong bones & teeth
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Iron & Vitamin B12
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For red blood cell production
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Vitamin C
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Enhances iron absorption
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***As recommended by World Health Organisation (WHO) based on 2000kcal (Adults) & 1700kcal (Children)
ADDED SUGARS VS NATURALLY OCCURRING SUGARS:
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Added Sugars
Sugars added during food preparation or processing like table sugar (sucrose).
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Naturally Occurring Sugars
Sugars naturally present in food such as lactose in milk and fructose in fresh fruits & vegetables.
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Total sugars is the sum of added sugars and naturally occurring sugar in your food products.
Fruits, veggies and dairy products contain sugar and bring along many beneficial nutrients, so you don’t have to cut sugar entirely from your diet. Just remember to consume these foods according to the Malaysian Food Pyramid.
DON’T FORGET THE NUTRIENTS IN YOUR DAILY DIET!
Pair NESTLE® MILO® with a balanced diet, a habit of moderation and diverse menu options to obtain the nutrients for your body to stay energetic and healthy. There are two types of nutrients:
MACROnutrients
Needed in higher amounts to maintain a healthy body. This includes:
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MACROnutrients
Needed in smaller amounts.
This includes:
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Why are they important?
- Provides Energy
- For Growth & Tissue Repair
- Main energy stored in our body
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Why are they important?
For overall physical well-being
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What if we do not get enough?
Compromised energy levels & growth
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What if we do not get enough?
May affect our general health
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Sources of MACROnutrients
Carbohydrate
Rice, cereals, bread
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Protein
Meat, fish, milk
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Fat
Butter, oil, margarine
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Sources of MACROnutrients
Vitamins (e.g. B, C, D & etc) and Minerals (e.g. calcium, iron, zinc & etc)
From various food sources like fruits and vegetables.
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