Nestlé Adult Milo: One Day’s Worth of Iron
All the deliciousness of Milo, with less sweetness. Get a day’s worth of iron easily in your usual cup.
Who It’s For and When to Enjoy It
Product Overview
Nestlé Adult Milo: One Day’s Worth of Iron is a nutrient function claims food that makes it easy to get nutrients such as iron, calcium, and vitamin D while enjoying the delicious taste of barley and cocoa.
Contains 6.8mg of iron per 15g serving. This is equivalent to one day’s worth of iron based on the dietary reference intake labeling standards for adults aged 18 and over. It also contains 225mg of calcium, 2.1μg of vitamin D, and 2.4g of dietary fiber.
While preserving the distinctive roasted aroma from barley and rich cocoa flavor of Milo, it has been made less sweet by replacing some of the sugar with dietary fiber.
Just add 15g of this product to 150mL of milk and stir well. Enjoy it with either cold or warm milk.
One 135g pouch makes about 9 cups. Recommended for those who want to add a delicious, easy-to-maintain nutrition routine to their daily breakfast or tea time.
Product Features
6.8mg of iron per cup—one day’s worth
Iron intakeContains 6.8mg of iron in each 15g serving. Get one day’s worth of iron, based on the dietary reference intake labeling standards for adults aged 18 and over, easily from delicious Milo.
Also contains calcium and vitamin D
Nutrient Function Claims FoodContains 225mg of calcium and 2.1μg of vitamin D per cup. Calcium is a nutrient necessary for the formation of bones and teeth, and vitamin D helps with its absorption.
Some of the sugar is replaced with dietary fiber
Less sweetSome of the sugar is replaced with indigestible dextrin for delicious, less-sweet flavor. Contains 2.4g of dietary fiber per cup.
The delicious taste of barley and cocoa
Milo’s distinctive flavorThe roasted flavor of barley extract and the richness of cocoa complement the smoothness of milk. It has a familiar taste you’ll want to enjoy every day.
Key Nutrients and Their Functions
Iron 6.8mg
Necessary for making red blood cellsIron is a nutrient necessary for making red blood cells. Adult Milo provides iron that you may want to be mindful of getting through your daily diet.
Calcium 225mg
Necessary for the formation of bones and teethCalcium is a nutrient necessary for the formation of bones and teeth. When made with milk, you can also get the calcium contained in the milk.
Vitamin D 2.1μg
Helps with calcium absorptionVitamin D is a nutrient that promotes calcium absorption in the intestinal tract and helps with bone formation.
B Vitamins and Vitamin C
Contains multiple vitaminsAlso contains vitamin B2, B6, and B12, niacin, vitamin C, and more. Along with a balanced diet, it can help you get a variety of nutrients.
About Nutrient Function Claims Foods
This product is a nutrient function claims food (calcium, iron, and vitamin D). Nutrient function claims foods may display the functions of their nutrients when they meet standards established by the government.
Iron is a nutrient necessary for making red blood cells.
Calcium is a nutrient necessary for the formation of bones and teeth.
Vitamin D is a nutrient that promotes calcium absorption in the intestinal tract and helps with bone formation.
*This product is not a medicine. Unlike Foods for Specified Health Uses, nutrient function claims foods have not undergone individual review by the Commissioner of the Consumer Affairs Agency.
How to Make a Delicious Cup
Add 150mL of milk to 15g of this product (2 level tablespoons) and stir well before drinking.
Hot Milo
With warm milk① Put 15g of this product in a cup.
② Pour in 150mL of warmed milk.
③ Stir well to finish. Enjoy the barley and cocoa flavors warm.
Iced Milo
With cold milk① Put 15g of this product in a glass.
② Pour in 150mL of cold milk.
③ Stir well and add ice if desired before drinking.
Recommended Ways to Enjoy
With breakfast
A daily nutrition routineAdd Adult Milo to breakfast foods such as toast, eggs, or fruit. Easily get iron, calcium, and more alongside your daily meals.
Banana Milo smoothie
A fruity variationBlend 15g of this product with 150mL of milk and a banana to make a smoothie with the sweetness of banana and the flavor of cocoa.
*When adding other ingredients, the energy and nutritional content will vary depending on the ingredients added.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (15g) / powder only
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 56kcal |
| Protein | 1.2g |
| Fat | 1.6g |
| Saturated fat | 1.0g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.3g |
| Available carbohydrates | 7.9g |
| Sugars | 4.4g |
| Dietary fiber | 2.4g |
| Salt equivalent | 0.023～0.054g |
| Iron | 6.8mg |
| Calcium | 225mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.1μg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.30mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.40mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.64μg |
| Niacin | 4.6mg |
| Vitamin C | 15mg |
*Values shown are the manufacturer’s official figures. If mixed with 150mL of milk, the nutrients in the milk are added separately.
Ingredients and Additives
| Category | Contents |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Mixed barley extract (barley, starch), cocoa powder, indigestible dextrin, sugar, skim milk powder, vegetable oils and fats, whey calcium |
| Additives | Calcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, ferric pyrophosphate, vitamin C, pH adjuster, lecithin (derived from soybeans), niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, antioxidant (vitamin E), vitamin D, vitamin B12 |
Allergy Information
According to the manufacturer, the allergens derived from ingredients (among the 28 specified items) are milk and soybeans.
This product contains skim milk powder, whey calcium, and lecithin (derived from soybeans). It also uses barley extract as its main ingredient, so please check the ingredients if you restrict your intake of grains.
Product Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product name | Nestlé Adult Milo: One Day’s Worth of Iron |
| Product type | Processed barley food |
| Manufacturer | Nestlé Japan Ltd. |
| Brand | Nestlé Milo (Nestlé MILO) |
| Net weight | 135g |
| Approximate number of servings | About 9 servings (15g × 9 cups) |
| Product form | Powder in a pouch |
| Food category | Nutrient function claims food (calcium, iron, and vitamin D) |
| Per serving | 15g of this product + 150mL of milk |
| Flavor | Less sweet, with barley and cocoa flavor |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How is it different from regular Milo Original?
Adult Milo has some of its sugar replaced with dietary fiber, giving it a less-sweet taste. It contains 6.8mg of iron per 15g serving and is recommended for those who want to be mindful of their daily iron intake.
Q. Does one cup really provide a day’s worth of iron?
15g of this product contains 6.8mg of iron. The phrase “one day’s worth” is based on the dietary reference intake labeling standards for adults aged 18 and over. The amount of iron actually needed varies depending on Age, sex, health, and other factors.
Q. Can I drink it to treat or improve anemia?
This product is a nutrient function claims food, not a medicine for treating anemia. If you suspect you have anemia or have been prescribed iron supplements, consult a medical professional.
Q. Does it also contain calcium and vitamin D?
Yes. Each 15g serving contains 225mg of calcium and 2.1μg of vitamin D. It also contains B vitamins and vitamin C.
Q. Can I make it with soy milk instead of cow’s milk?
Yes. The manufacturer also suggests preparing it with soy milk or almond milk. However, the nutritional content and flavor will vary depending on the beverage used. The powder itself contains milk ingredients.
Q. Can I make it with cold milk?
Yes. Add 15g of this product to 150mL of cold milk and stir well. Enjoy it hot or iced.
Q. Does it contain sugar?
Yes. It contains sugar. Some of the sugar is replaced with dietary fiber, making this product less sweet, but it is not sugar-free.
Q. How much dietary fiber does it contain?
Each 15g serving contains 2.4g of dietary fiber. The ingredients include indigestible dextrin, a type of dietary fiber.
Q. How many kcal are in one cup?
There are 56kcal per 15g of powder. When 150mL of regular milk is added, the manufacturer’s reference value is approximately 150kcal.
Q. Can children drink it too?
Adult Milo is intended to support nutritional intake for adults. Children’s nutrient requirements vary by Age, so please pay attention to the amount consumed according to their Age.
Q. If I have a milk allergy, can I drink it if I make it with soy milk?
No. The powder itself contains milk ingredients such as skim milk powder. Making it with soy milk does not remove the milk ingredients, so people with a milk allergy should not consume it.
Q. How many cups can I make with one pouch?
The 135g pouch makes about 9 servings when using 15g per cup. It comes in a pouch from which you take out the amount you need, rather than in individually wrapped sticks.
Q. How should I store it?
Store away from high temperatures and humidity. After opening, close the pouch tightly to keep out moisture and consume promptly.
- Contains milk and soybeans. Do not consume if you are allergic to these foods.
- This product is a nutrient function claims food, not a medicine.
- Consuming large amounts will not cure disease or further improve health.
- If you use iron supplements or supplements containing iron, take care not to consume too much iron.
- If you are on a restricted diet due to a medical condition, consult a doctor or other specialist.
- This product contains sugar. Take care if you are concerned about your sugar intake.
- Take care to avoid a burn when using warmed milk.
- Maintain a balanced diet based on staple foods, main dishes, and side dishes.
- Please also check the precautions stated on the product packaging.
- Store away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity.
- Avoid storing it in the refrigerator, as condensation may form when taking it in and out.
- After opening, close the pouch tightly to keep moisture out.
- Use a dry spoon when removing the powder.
- Consume promptly after opening.
- Do not leave prepared Milo at room temperature for a long time; consume promptly.
*Product information has been prepared based on official information from Nestlé Japan Ltd. The phrase “one day’s worth of iron” is based on the dietary reference intake labeling standards for adults aged 18 and over. Nutrient values are for 15g of powder and do not include nutrients from milk. Label information may change due to product updates or other reasons, so please check the actual product packaging.
