Milo
High added sugar and allergens offset benefits of fortification; moderate use recommended.
Contains Milk & Gluten. May contain Soy. Not suitable for those with dairy allergies, lactose intolerance, or gluten sensitivity. Consume in moderation due to high sugar.
What's the verdict?
Combines sugar, malt extract from sorghum and barley, milk solids, cocoa, and vegetable oil; fortified with vitamins and minerals. Provides some nutritional benefits but is ultra-processed with high added sugar content. Contains milk and gluten, may contain soy.
Ingredients
11 listed · 5 flagged · estimated by AI, check the label- Sugar (Sweetener)Caution
Main carbohydrate source providing sweetness and energy but high glycemic index can cause rapid blood sugar increases, contributing to weight gain, diabetes risk, and dental caries with frequent consumption.
- Protomalt extract (Sorghum, Barley) (Grain extract)Caution
Supplies malted grain flavor and carbohydrates; barley gluten content poses risks for gluten-intolerant individuals causing digestive issues or immune responses.
- Milk solids (Dairy base)Caution
Offers protein, calcium and B vitamins for growth and bone strength but is a major allergen that can cause severe reactions in sensitive people and contains lactose.
- Whey powder (Milk derivative)Caution
Concentrated dairy protein that adds to nutritional content but shares the same allergen and lactose concerns as milk products.
- Cocoa powder (Flavoring agent)Beneficial
Delivers chocolate taste and contains beneficial flavonoids with potential antioxidant and mood-enhancing effects.
- Vegetable oil (Processing aid)
Helps with solubility and mouthfeel; may include palm oil which is high in saturated fats potentially impacting cholesterol levels if consumed excessively.
- Calcium phosphate (Fortificant)Beneficial
Provides essential calcium for bone health and teeth strength with positive effects on skeletal development especially in children.
- Salt (Seasoning)Caution
Improves overall flavor but adds to daily sodium intake which is linked to hypertension and heart disease when overconsumed.
- Ferric pyrophosphate (Iron supplement)Beneficial
Fortifies with iron to support hemoglobin production, preventing anemia and boosting energy levels.
- Malt flavour (Flavor enhancer)
Adds distinctive malt taste with little nutritional value; generally safe but could be a concern for those avoiding artificial flavors.
- Vitamin premix (Vitamin C, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12) (Nutrient fortification)Beneficial
Boosts the product's nutritional profile supporting immune system, metabolism, red blood cell formation and bone health.
Nutrition
| calories | 389 |
|---|---|
| total fat | 8.5 |
| saturated fat | 3.8 |
| trans fat | 0.1 |
| cholesterol | 12 |
| sodium | 150 |
| total carbohydrate | 71 |
| dietary fiber | 3.5 |
| sugars | 46 |
| protein | 9.2 |
| vitamin d | 5.8 |
| calcium | 420 |
| iron | 13.5 |
| potassium | 320 |
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