Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional Powder Drink Mix
Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional Powder Drink Mix
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About Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional Powder Drink Mix
when prepared as directed with 1 cup of skim milk
when prepared as directed with 1 cup of skim milk
13 grams protein
to support growth and help build & maintain muscle
Key Nutrients for Immune Support
100% DV of Vitamin C & 50% DV of Vitamin D
40% DV Calcium
to help build strong bones
220 Nutrient-Rich Calories
for nutritional energy
20% DV Iron
to help blood deliver oxygen to the body
*Color from beet juice added to Strawberry Sensation Nutritional Drink Mix
Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original products are nutritionally appropriate for ages 4 years and older, including teens and adults.
EACH NUTRIENT-PACKED BREAKFAST DRINK MIX PROVIDES
when prepared as directed with 1 cup of skim milk
Source-USDA FoodData Central: One large egg has 6.3 g protein. One 5.3 oz cup of Greek Yogurt contains 141 mg calcium. One 8 fl oz glass of skim milk contains 2.9 mcg vitamin D. One medium orange has 70 mg vitamin C.
As much
PROTEIN
AS TWO
large eggs
As much
VITAMIN D
AS THREE
8 fl oz glasses of milk
As much
CALCIUM
AS THREE
5.3 oz cups of Greek Yogurt
As much
VITAMIN C
AS ONE
medium orange
Source-USDA FoodData Central: One large egg has 6.3 g protein. One 5.3 oz cup of Greek Yogurt contains 141 mg calcium. One 8 fl oz glass of skim milk contains 2.9 mcg vitamin D. One medium orange has 70 mg vitamin C.
Nutritional Information
Ingredients
‡VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, CHOLINE BITARTRATE, DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FERRIC PHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, MANGANESE SULFATE, COPPER GLUCONATE, ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN K1, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, VITAMIN D3, BIOTIN
Allergens
Ingredients
‡VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, CHOLINE BITARTRATE, DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FERRIC PHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, MANGANESE SULFATE, COPPER GLUCONATE, ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN K1, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, VITAMIN D3, BIOTIN
Allergens
Ingredients
‡VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, CHOLINE BITARTRATE, DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FERRIC PHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, MANGANESE SULFATE, COPPER GLUCONATE, ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN K1, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, VITAMIN D3, BIOTIN
Allergens
Ingredients
‡VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, CHOLINE BITARTRATE, DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FERRIC PHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, MANGANESE SULFATE, COPPER GLUCONATE, ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN K1, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, VITAMIN D3, BIOTIN
Allergens
Reviews
Yummy
From: | Feb 01, 2026
This has been a long time favorite. 1970s enjoyed them as a child. Really need them now in my elder years for weight and nutrition balance. Skip a coffee mocha for one of these!
Carnation Breakfast Essentials Ready -to- Drink
From: Florence_69542b821043e | Dec 30, 2025
I am sorry that you did not received my first review. Here it is again: My mom got sick after drinking it. I guess it was something in the ingredients. I can not do any recommending because I do not know other people's health condition--sorry Thank you for asking for my review. I hope that you can have a nice day
From: Staff Member | Jan 16, 2026
We're sorry to hear your mom is unable to use our Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Nutritional Drink. We would like a chance to gather some more information from one of you about her experience. Can you please call and speak with one of our Registered Dietitians? They are available from 8am-6pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday at 1-800-289-7313.
TOO SMALL
From: Justin_694409e53dab1 | Dec 18, 2025
Good flavor but too small. Will not purchase again until offered in bigger size.
Carnation Light Start
From: michael_693c25c1d9803 | Dec 12, 2025
I drink this every morning. It would be better for me if it came in a bulk container like the other products
Carnation Instant Breakfast Saves My Life
From: | Nov 19, 2025
My father and I both use Carnation Instant Breakfast to supplement some vitamins and nutrients that we are missing in our diets and our lives would not be the same without it. Thank you Carnation!
Delicious in coffee!
From: | Aug 26, 2025
Love to add breakfast essentials to my coffee in the morning for an added boost. Delicious!
Please Don't Discontinue
From: | Jul 26, 2025
My kids love this mix, which helps fill the gaps in their diet restrictions. They do not enjoy Boost flavor, which is recommended in lue of Breakfast Essentials. This mix has been a staple in our household, and we need it for optimal health.
Love Carnation
From: R Zay | Jul 08, 2025
We have been drinking Carnation Instant Breakfast in our house for years. I wish you sold the classic French vanilla or strawberry in the canister since we aren't chocolate fans. We would buy it more if we could get it this way.
Light start
From: Rebecca_6868f65a344a9 | Jul 05, 2025
Thank you for updating the packaging, it is easier to open with less spillage. This has been my breakfast for decades! Love it. Miss the vanilla, though.❤️
Delicious
From: lala dontcare | May 20, 2025
I love the flavor, convenience, and the price compared to other meal replacement mixes. Those are amounts if you make it with Milk. Many of us drink milk alternatives.
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