As parents, anything we choose, particularly food-wise, could determine the long-term health of our child. That includes their daily beverages. While many children grow up sipping commercial drinks filled with flavour, the real question is: are these drinks nourishing or just masking empty calories?
Two of the most common drink options seen in Indian households are:
Branded sugary health drink powders
Traditional malt-based drinks
But which one truly supports your child’s immunity, energy, and growth?
Let’s break it down.
Understanding the Basics: What’s in Your Child’s Glass?
1. Sugary Powders – A Closer Look
These are the widely advertised powders you see on television and in every grocery aisle. Most promise “stronger bones,” “active brains,” and “immune support.” But a closer look at the label tells a different story.
Common ingredients:
Refined sugar or glucose syrup solids
Artificial flavouring
Synthetic vitamins
Maltodextrin (a high-GI additive)
Preservatives & stabilizers
While they may contain vitamins and minerals, they often come in artificially fortified forms with high sugar content. And that’s the problem.
High sugar = empty calories.
Over time, excess sugar can lead to:
Weak immunity
Hyperactivity followed by energy crashes
Tooth decay
Childhood obesity
Hormonal imbalance
What looks like a nutritious drink might just be sweetened marketing in disguise.
2. Malt Drinks – The Traditional Superfood
The malt-based beverages, particularly during the old method, come about by utilizing entire grains such as sprouted ragi, wheat, barley and dry fruits. These ingredients are carefully roasted, ground, and blended for natural sweetness and deep nutrition.
For instance, Raji’s Kitchen's Malt Combo is made with:
Sprouted ragi
Whole wheat
Almonds, cashews, and dry dates
Cardamom for flavour
Absolutely no white sugar, no preservatives, and no artificial flavour
Instead of artificial nutrients, your child gets:
Plant-based iron, calcium, and magnesium
Natural fiber to improve digestion
Protein for growing muscles
Complex carbs that provide steady energy without a sugar crash
Why This Comparison Matters More Than Ever
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s tempting to pick the shiny packaged product that "kids love." When energy goes down, immunity goes down and focusing is a problem, you will discover that food was not chosen just because of taste.
How do malt drinks and sugary powders fare in matters that are relevant to growing kids?
Real Stories Real Change
Most of the switching parents noticed visible positive changes in their children within a few weeks after they had started using natural malt mixes:
Better appetite and fewer stomach issues
More stable energy levels throughout the day
Improved focus and mood
Fewer sugar cravings
Take Priya, a Chennai-based mom of two, who shared:
“I used to add a branded chocolate drink to milk just to get my son to drink it. But he would be hyper one moment and cranky the next. After I started using Raji’s Kitchen’s malt, I saw a big shift. Now, milk time is calm, and I know he’s getting real nutrition.”
The Secret is in the Sprouting
One reason why Raji’s Kitchen malt drinks work so well is that the grains are sprouted.
Why sprouting matters:
Increases nutrient availability – Iron, zinc, and calcium become easier to absorb
Boosts digestive enzymes – Helps small tummies process food better
Reduces anti-nutrients- Like phytic acid, which blocks mineral absorption
Sprouted grains turn a simple drink into a mini-meal, one that nourishes every cell.
How to Use Raji’s Kitchen Malt Combo for Kids
Step 1: Add 2 tsp of the malt mix to a little warm water and make a smooth paste
Step 2: Add 150ml of hot milk and mix well
Step 3: Optional – sweeten with jaggery or serve as-is for toddlers
You can also:
Mix it into the dosa or pancake batter
Use it in porridge
Add it to milkshakes with banana or dates
What to Watch Out for in "Healthy" Commercial Powders
Just because something is sold as a “health drink” doesn’t mean it’s healthy.
Many mass-market brands use clever packaging, celebrity endorsements, and medical-sounding claims to build trust. But when you look at the ingredient list, you’ll often find that refined sugar is one of the first ingredients listed—sometimes under different names like maltodextrin, sucrose, or glucose solids.
These additives give the illusion of taste and energy, but they do more harm than good in the long run. Kids may become addicted to the taste, leading to reduced interest in real food. Worse still, this can form early habits that lead to a sugar dependency in adulthood.
It’s important to read beyond the front of the label. Look for real, recognizable ingredients like sprouted grains, dry fruits, nuts, and natural sweeteners like dates or jaggery.
That’s Raji’s Kitchen's difference.
Each spoonful of our malt mix is rooted in age-old wisdom and clean nutrition. It doesn’t just “flavour” milk—it fuels your child’s day.
Make the smarter switch. Say no to flashy powders and yes to honest nourishment.
Because when it comes to your child’s health, every glass counts.
Final Verdict: What’s Safer for Your Kids?
If your goal is long-term health, steady growth, and reduced sugar exposure, malt drinks win hands down.
Not just any malt, but traditional, home-style malt made with:
Real ingredients
No shortcuts
Clean processing
And that’s exactly what you get with Raji’s Kitchen’s Malt Combo.
Why Choose Raji’s Kitchen?
Zero white sugar
Made in small batches – Always fresh
Women-led local brand
Ships across India
Backed by 68,000+ orders and 5 years of trust
Unlike commercial brands, we don’t rely on artificial “nutrition claims.” We believe in giving kids the kind of wholesome drinks our grandmothers used to make.
Because sometimes, going back to roots is the healthiest step forward.
Ready to Switch?
Your child deserves more than just a “sweet fix.”
Give them the strength of sprouted grains, the nourishment of dry fruits, and the love of a handmade product.
Shop the Malt Combo from Raji’s Kitchen today.
