A semi-sweet biscuit that originated in Scotland in 1839. The digestive was first developed by two Scottish doctors to aid digestion. The term "digestive" is derived from the belief that they had antacid properties due to the use of sodium bicarbonate when they were first developed.

McVitie's biscuits have been baked to perfection with British recipes since 1830. The original Digestive was first made in 1892. They are made with the finest wholesome ingredients. The Original Digestive biscuit is baked with whole wheat flour and other wholesome ingredients. It is the perfect balance between sweet and savory.

Ingredients

• Flour (55%) (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin),
• Vegetable Oil (Palm),
• Wholemeal Wheat Flour (16%),
• Sugar,
• Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup,
• Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Malic Acid, Ammonium Bicarbonate),
• Salt