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Breakfast Essentials
Breakfast Essentials by Carnation provides 397 kcal per 100 g, with 41.7 g of sugars and 13.9 g of protein. That is 277% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Beverages category. Contains: gluten, milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 packet (36 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 397 kcal | 143 kcal | 88 +350% | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 1 g | 1% | 1.9 +44% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 1.1 +29% |
| Carbohydrates | 75 g | 27 g | 10% | 12.9 +481% |
| Total sugars | 41.7 g | 15 g | 11 +277% | |
| Added sugars | 7.5 g | 2.7 g | 5% | 4.8 +55% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 13.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 2.9 +384% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 +167% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 22479 Beverages products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other beverages
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Ingredients
Nonfat milk, sugar, maltodextrin, cocoa (processed with alkali), lactose and less than 2% of dicalcium phosphate, magnesium hydroxide, sodium ascorbate (vitamin c), soy lecithin, carrageenan, natural and artificial flavor, ferric orthophosphate (iron source), cornstarch, alpha-tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e), niacinamide, salt, copper gluconate, zinc oxide, calcium pantothenate )(pantothenic acid), manganese sulfate, vitamin a palmitate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin b1), biotin, vitamin k1 (phytonadione), folic acid, vitamin d3 (cholecalciferol), vitamin b12 (cyanocobalamin), wheat starch.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkSoybeans
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 packet (36 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Certified B CorporationRainforest Alliance
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0050000609307
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Breakfast Essentials?
Breakfast Essentials contains 397 kcal per 100 g and about 143 kcal per serving (1 packet (36 g)).
How much sugar is in Breakfast Essentials?
Breakfast Essentials has 41.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Breakfast Essentials healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Breakfast Essentials vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Breakfast Essentials contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 10, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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