Ovaltine Biscuits, 150g(Pack of 8)

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Also, the absorption of calcium from plants is highly variable, while calcium from dairy is generally well absorbed ( 8). Your body can produce vitamin D with sun exposure, but spending too little time outdoors, sunscreen use, and wearing long-sleeved clothing can increase the risk of vitamin D deficiency ( 9, 10). In 2011, Ovaltine was banned in Denmark under legislation forbidding the sale of food products with added vitamins unless claims about their effectiveness are proven.

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One serving of Ovaltine (21 grams) provides 15–40% of the DV for several B-vitamins, including vitamin B6, niacin, and thiamin. The American Heart Association recommends that women and children limit their daily sugar intake to 25 grams.

However, if you have overweight or have diabetes, there are better options available: Mix raw cacao, stevia and low-fat milk or hot water to make your own chocolate drink.

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Calcium and vitamin D are essential for strong bones and help prevent osteoporosis, a disease that causes thinning and weakening of bones ( 7). This sneaky ingredient puts you at risk for diabetes, weight gain, insulin resistance, heart disease and metabolic syndrome.

Then add the flour, malted milk powder and bicarbonate of soda and mix thoroughly - it should all come together as one large ball. Although the exact reason is unknown, it could be related to the B vitamins and their effect on melatonin and the sleep cycle ( 6). It gives 51%+ profits to Reverence for Life, who fund a number of important initiatives in Africa, including bringing running water and basic equipment to a school in Tanzania. Her first encounter with the plain biscuits was while working for Nancy Silverton at the Los Angeles restaurant Campanile, where cheese was often served with oatcakes. One serving of Ovaltine provides as much as 9 grams of added sugar in the form of table sugar, maltodextrin, and molasses.