For over 70 years, MILO® has been nourishing Malaysians from all walks of life with the nutritious energy to go further. MILO® has called Malaysia home, but our home now is calling for our urgent action. Millions of Malaysians enjoy MILO® every day - which means every day, we can inspire Malaysians to take action for our planet.

Ever wondered about the origins of MILO®? Here's the fun story behind MILO® — the origins of MILO® can be traced back to an ancient Greek myth!

Imagine an individual so strong that they could lift a bull onto their shoulders. Well, it is said that in the 6th century B.C. lived Milo of Croton, an athlete strong enough to do just that! And it was with that strength, he successfully won six Olympic events and many other titles.

A crisis presents opportunities, and innovation emerges under challenging circumstances, which is a vital catalyst that shapes the origins of MILO®. During The Great Depression in 1934, many children suffered from poor diets and malnutrition due to a shortage of food. These dire situations then inspired Nestlé Australia food scientist Thomas Mayne to develop a powdered chocolate malt drink designed to help build strength and provide energy for malnourished children. And in the spirit of Milo's myth came the brand and beverage that would eventually become an international household name, laying the foundations for the origins of MILO®.