About Carnation Breakfast Essentials High Protein Nutritional Drink
Carnation Breakfast Essentials High Protein Nutritional Drinks are packed with 15 g high-quality protein to help build muscle, 220 nutrient-rich calories and 21 vitamins and minerals including vitamins C & D, key nutrients for immune support. Enjoy at home or on-the-go, for breakfast or between meals!
Key Benefits & Features
- Protein-packed, delicious nutritional drink with 220 nutrient-rich calories per 8 fl oz serving
- 15 g protein to support growth, and help build and maintain muscle
- 21 vitamins and minerals, including calcium and vitamin D to help build strong bones
- Excellent source of vitamins C and D, key nutrients for immune support
- Great at home or on-the-go, for breakfast or between meals
- Gluten Free
- Suitable for Lactose Intolerance, Not for individuals with galactosemia
- Nutritionally appropriate for ages 9 years and older, including teens and adults
Carnation Breakfast Essentials High Protein Nutritional Drink FAQs
Are Carnation Breakfast Essentials products appropriate for pregnant or breastfeeding women?
Pregnant and breastfeeding women have increased requirements for protein as well as iron, zinc, magnesium, B-vitamins, and vitamins A & C. Each prepared serving provides at least 20% of the daily value for these vitamins and minerals plus protein. Check with your healthcare provider if you have any questions about the nutritional products that may be right for you.
Can Carnation Breakfast Essentials Nutritional Drink Mix products be mixed with any kind of dairy or non-dairy beverage?
Our Powder Drink Mixes were designed to be mixed with 1 cup of skim milk for a nutritional drink that provides 20% or more of the daily value for protein plus 21 vitamins and minerals. The powder can be mixed with other dairy beverages (such as 1%, 2% or whole milk), if preferred. The nutritional content of non-dairy plant-based beverages is variable, and if used, may not contain the amount of protein, vitamins and minerals found in dairy beverages.
Are Carnation Breakfast Essentials Family of Products appropriate for kids, teens and adults?
Our family of products help meet the nutritional needs of not only kids and teens but adults as well. The Original, Licensed Flavors, and Light Start products are nutritionally appropriate for ages 4 years and older, including teens and adults The High Protein products are nutritionally appropriate for ages 9 years and older, including teens and adults.
Are the Carnation Breakfast Essentials products suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
Our Ready to Drink products are suitable for lactose intolerance but not for individuals with galactosemia. Our Powder products contain nonfat milk (which is a natural source of lactose), and therefore are not suitable for people with lactose intolerance.
I noticed the statement “Not for individuals with galactosemia” is found on Carnation Breakfast Essentials Nutritional Drink products. What does this mean?
Galactosemia is a genetic metabolic disorder. Individuals with this condition are unable to metabolize galactose, which is one of the two molecules that make up lactose or "milk sugar". These individuals must therefore eliminate all lactose from their diets. Nestlé Health Science products that are labeled as "suitable for lactose intolerance" may contain some residual lactose and therefore would not be appropriate for individuals with galactosemia.
Do Carnation Breakfast Essentials products contain caffeine?
Our products do not contain any added caffeine. However, the chocolate flavored products contain a small amount of naturally occurring caffeine contributed by the cocoa (< 5 mg per serving).
Can I heat Carnation Breakfast Essentials products?
Yes, our Ready to Drink beverages can be heated, provided you pour the beverage into a microwaveable glass or cup prior to heating. Our Powder Drink Mixes can also be heated. Heat 1 cup of milk in a microwave safe mug for 1½ minutes or until hot. Stir in one packet or serving of the Powder. Be sure to check the temperature of the product before consuming or offering it to a child.
Can I freeze Carnation Breakfast Essentials Ready to Drink products?
Our Ready to Drink products are not designed to be frozen. However, they can be frozen if you prefer a slushy or ice cream consistency. In that case, pour the drink in a clean, sealed container prior to freezing, and freeze for approximately 60-90 minutes. Consume the frozen product. We do not recommend freezing Carnation Breakfast Essentials drinks and then thawing them.
Are Carnation Breakfast Essentials products gluten-free?
All of our Ready to Drink products are gluten-free. Our Powder Drink Mixes do not contain wheat; however, they are made on equipment that also processes wheat. Therefore, they are not considered gluten-free.
Can Carnation Breakfast Essentials products be used as a sole source of nutrition?
Our products provide supplemental nutrition, but not sole-source nutrition. Although our Ready to Drink products are rich in protein and 21 vitamins and minerals, they do not provide sufficient levels of essential nutrients including molybdenum and selenium. Additionally, our powder products do not contain essential fats.
Check with your doctor if you have any questions about the nutritional products that may be right for you.
Am I required to refrigerate Carnation Breakfast Essentials Nutritional Drink products before drinking?
It is best to chill all Ready to Drink products before consuming. However, refrigeration is not required. Once opened, unused portions should be tightly covered, refrigerated and used within 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 8 oz (237 mL)
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | |
| Total Fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 12 g | |
| Added Sugars | 12 g | 24% |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
| Vitamin D | 10 mcg | 50% |
| Calcium | 350 mcg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 180 mcg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 90 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin E | 5 mg | 35% |
| Vitamin K | 40 mcg | 35% |
| Thiamin | 0.3 mg | 25% |
| Riboflavin | 0.5 mg | 40% |
| Niacin | 3.2 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 25% |
| Folate | 140 mcg DFE | |
| Folic Acid | 84 mcg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 45% |
| Biotin | 8 mcg | 25% |
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.2 mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg | 25% |
| Iodine | 37 mcg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 100 mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 2.2 mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 8 mcg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg | 25% |
| Chromium | 5 mcg | 15% |
| Molybdenum | 7 mcg | 15% |
| Chloride | 270 mg | 10% |
| Choline | 60 mg | 10% |
Ingredients
Water, Glucose Syrup, Milk Protein Concentrate, Sugar, Canola Oil, And Less Than 2% Of Vitamins And Minerals‡, Soy Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate, Sodium Caseinate, Cellulose Gel And Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan, Stevia Leaf Extract
‡Vitamins And Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Choline Bitartrate, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin K1, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin D3, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin B12
Contains Milk, Soy.