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Breakfast essentials packets
Breakfast essentials packets by Carnation provides 389 kcal per 100 ml, with 52.8 g of sugars and 13.9 g of protein. That is 378% 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: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 packet (36 ml)
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 kcal | 140 kcal | 88 +342% | |
| 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 | 52.8 g | 19 g | 11 +378% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 33.3 g | 12 g | 24% | 4.8 +588% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.8 −100% |
| Protein | 13.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 2.9 +384% |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 0.2 g | 0.3 +144% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 22479 Beverages products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from February 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other beverages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Nonfat milk, sugar, maltodextrin, cocoa processed with alkali, lactose, vitamins , minerals , soy lecithin, carrageenan, natural and artificial flavor, salt vitamins , minerals: calcium phosphate, magnesium hydroxide, sodium ascorbate (vitamin c), ferric orthophosphate (iron), alpha-tocopheryl acetate (vitamin e), niacinamide, copper gluconate, zinc oxide, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, vitamin a palmitate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), thiamine mononitrate, biotin, vitamin k1, folic acid, vitamin d3, vitamin b12,
- Allergens
- Milk
- May contain traces
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 packet (36 ml)
- Labels & certifications
- No flavors
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0050000080335
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Breakfast essentials packets?
Breakfast essentials packets contains 389 kcal per 100 ml and about 140 kcal per serving (1 packet (36 ml)).
How much sugar is in Breakfast essentials packets?
Breakfast essentials packets has 52.8 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Breakfast essentials packets 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.
What allergens does Breakfast essentials packets contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. It may also contain traces of soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 12, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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