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Carnation Breakfast Essentials
Carnation Breakfast Essentials by Carnation provides 220 kcal per 100 ml, with 12 g of sugars and 15 g of protein. That is 201% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Protein shakes category. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (237 ml)
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | 521 kcal | 141 +56% | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 14.2 g | 18% | 2.6 +131% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 2.4 g | 12% | 1 |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g | 66.4 g | 24% | 8 +249% |
| Total sugars | 12 g | 28.4 g | 4 +201% | |
| Added sugars | 12 g | 28.4 g | 57% | 0.9 +1181% |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 7.1 g | 25% | 2.4 +23% |
| Protein | 15 g | 35.6 g | 71% | 21.2 −29% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1013 Protein shakes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other protein shakes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
water, glucose syrup, milk protein concentrate, sugar, canola oil, soy protein isolate, cocoa processed with alkali, corn oil, fructooligosaccharides, inulin from chicory, salt, cellulose gel and gum, natural flavor, carrageenan, stevia leaf extract, potassium citrate, magnesium chloride, calcium phosphate, magnesium phosphate, sodium ascorbate, choline bitartrate, potassium chloride, dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate, ferric pyrophosphate, 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
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 8
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (237 ml)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0050000783090
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Carnation Breakfast Essentials?
Carnation Breakfast Essentials contains 220 kcal per 100 ml and about 521 kcal per serving (1 serving (237 ml)).
How much sugar is in Carnation Breakfast Essentials?
Carnation Breakfast Essentials has 12 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Carnation Breakfast Essentials healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Carnation Breakfast Essentials vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Carnation Breakfast Essentials contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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