Nestlé Malaysia Marks 25 Years Promoting Heart Health in Partnership with Yayasan Jantung Malaysia and World Heart Federation

Nestlé Omega Plus Continues to Unite Malaysians in a Heart-Healthy Journey Towards Global Cardiovascular Wellness

Nestlé Omega Plus officially kicks off the “Walk a Million Miles” campaign, an annual movement that has inspired Malaysians to walk for heart health since 2000 in celebration of the upcoming World Heart Month in September.

• Nestlé Omega Plus®'s iconic ‘Walk A Million Miles’ (WAMM) campaign returns with a renewed focus on rallying Malaysians alongside Yayasan Jantung Malaysia (YJM), while aligning with the World Heart Federation’s (WHF) global call to tackle cardiovascular disease.
• Nestlé Omega Plus® is doubling its yearly contribution to RM200,000 to YJM and Institut Jantung Negara Foundation (IJNF) to fund financial assistance for heart patients, as well as research, education and outreach programmes for heart health.

Nestlé Omega Plus®, Malaysia’s leading partner in heart health, has marked a historic milestone this year as its iconic ‘Walk A Million Miles’ (WAMM) campaign returns to celebrate 25 years of empowering Malaysians to take care of their heart health through regular walking, exercise and a balanced diet, including raising awareness of the risks associated with high cholesterol.

Global Alliance, National Movement

As we celebrate World Heart Day 2025, Nestlé Omega Plus® is taking WAMM to the next level by aligning its efforts with the World Heart Federation’s (WHF) global priorities, beginning with Nestlé Omega Plus®'s bold commitment to deliver 1 million health screenings across Malaysia by 2026, reinforcing WHF’s call for greater access to heart care. This alignment also extends to WHF’s “Don’t Miss A Beat” movement in September, which mirrors WAMM’s eight-week mission of encouraging Malaysians to walk more for better heart health.

On the local front, Nestlé Omega Plus® goes beyond taking the WAMM walking ambition to 3 million miles and increasing the number of participants to 30,000. The brand is also doubling its combined contribution to YJM and IJNF to RM200,000. The funds will be directed towards patient care needs, as well as research, education and outreach programmes for grassroots communities on cholesterol awareness and heart health.

Speaking about the partnership, Chairman of Yayasan Jantung Malaysia, Dato' Dr Aljafri Abdul Majid, said, “As a WHF member, YJM is committed to advancing the federation’s goals of providing equitable access to treatment while driving greater awareness and prevention of heart disease. Our partnership with Nestlé Omega Plus® amplifies this effort. By getting Malaysians to walk more and optimising the generous donation from Nestlé to fund financial assistance, research, education and outreach programmes for heart health, we are realising the theme of World Heart Day 2025 and ensuring no one ‘misses a beat’ in their heart health journey.”

 

Distinguished guests, including Juan Aranols, CEO of Nestlé Malaysia, performing the symbolic heartbeat rhythm at the Nestlé Omega Plus “Walk a Million Miles” 2025 kick-off launch.

Juan Aranols, Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Malaysia, added, “Nestlé Omega Plus®'s journey of empowering Malaysians to take care of their heart health began in 2000, the same year as World Heart Day. This alignment with the World Heart Federation’s global priorities, alongside our long-standing collaboration with Yayasan Jantung Malaysia on our shared 25th anniversary, could not be timelier. Over the last two decades, WAMM has become an iconic symbol of Malaysia’s collective effort to address the risks of poor cardiovascular health. Today, we are proud that what started as a small pioneering initiative has grown into a meaningful contribution to heart health prevention efforts in Malaysia.”

Nestlé Omega Plus® kicked off the campaign with a media launch followed by a panel discussion with healthcare professionals titled ‘Don’t Miss a Beat’, the World Heart Federation’s theme for 2025. During the session, they discussed the importance of heart health, early detection and prevention, including nutrition and lifestyle habits for maintaining a healthy heart.

 

Health experts shared valuable insights on the prevalence of heart disease in Malaysia during the Health Expert Forum at the kick-off event.

“Ischaemic heart disease is the leading cause of death among Malaysians aged 30 to 69, accounting for around 20% of fatalities,” said Dr Rowina Lynne Murray from Institut Jantung Negara. “Walking just 30 to 50 minutes a day can significantly lower cardiovascular risk, help protect your heart health and support cholesterol management.”

The campaign will be marked by a wide range of nationwide events and activities throughout September and October. These include WAMM’s annual physical walking event at Taman Botani Perdana on 13 September, which will feature health screenings by YJM and IJNF, tasting sessions for the full Nestlé Omega Plus® range, fun family activities and lucky draws with attractive prizes. Renowned sports brands like Amazfit and Decathlon will also be on hand to enliven the event.

The campaign will also continue its ‘Love Your Heart’ mall activations, offering free health screenings and engaging experiences designed to raise awareness and motivate Malaysians to prioritise their heart health.

Join the Movement

Registration for WAMM 2025 opens on 29 August 2025 via the BookDoc mobile app. Participants can log their miles, track their progress and win attractive prizes via the app. They can choose the free option or the paid option at RM30, which includes a finisher jersey and Nestlé goodie bags for reaching 300,000 steps and above.