When you hear the word Ovaltine, do you think of your grandmother, or other retired people? For some reason, Ovaltine got labeled as on old person’s drink. It’s lumped right in there with Ben Gay and Metamucil. I am sure you have all heard a few Ovaltine jokes in your days.
I watched with much interest as my young grand daughter passed up the soda and other sugary drinks the other night and grabbed the jar of Ovaltine from the pantry shelf. She made herself a big glass and drank it right down. In fact, most of my family, including my now grown children has always loved Ovaltine. I loved that it is good for them!
Where Did Ovaltine Come From?
An interesting fact is that Ovaltine got its name from a clerical error. Yes, it did not start out as Ovaltine at all. The product was developed in Switzerland back in 1904. Its original name was Ovomaltine, and it was intended as a sort of endurance and recovery drink for the many skiers of the area. The drink grew so much in popularity, the makers decided to go global.
Customs made a slight boo-boo on the paper work and Ovomaltine became Ovaltine! Villa Park, Illinois began producing the drink in 1915 and the rest is history. It began as a well loved drink of adults and kids, but how it got to be an old person’s drink is anyone’s guess. Perhaps because of the high nutritional value, or just because older folks new it was better for them than other chocolaty drinks.
Ovaltine Springs from Retirement
Yes, the nutritional value of Ovaltine is much better for your children, and you, than many of the other flavored drinks that are on the market. It is also loaded with vitamins and minerals such as zinc, copper, Vitamins E, A and C. It is also fat and cholesterol free.
Ovaltine comes in 3 great flavors that your entire family will enjoy. The original classic malt flavor will remind you of those days at the malt shop. There is also a rich chocolate and a chocolate malt flavor. Try serving Ovaltine to your kids instead of chocolate syrup or other powdered mixes. You can even find fun ways to use the Ovaltine.
Ovaltine Goes From Retirement Home to Daycare
Old and young alike can enjoy the healthy, nutritional benefits of Ovaltine. It makes a great drink, hot or cold, when added to milk. Pediatricians have been known to prescribe Ovaltine as a nutritional drink for picky infants and toddlers!
Spice up your coffee with a heaping spoon of Ovaltine for a unique flavoring. Sprinkle Ovaltine over hot cereal for an added boost of flavor and nutrition. Feel guilty about making yourself a milk shake? Throw in a little Ovaltine and tell yourself it is healthier that way! There are endless ways to use Ovaltine. It is an inexpensive yet healthy product that should be kept on your shelf, no matter how old you are!
Warning Note: Ovaltine is made in the same plant with soy, milk, egg and wheat products so be aware of any allergies before consuming. This is plainly stated on the container along with all other ingredients.
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