We have made the decision to discontinue the Carnation Breakfast Essentials portfolio, to allow for greater focus on the brands we know can deliver consumer value moving forward.

Carnation Breakfast Bars There was also a Change.org petition started in 2013 to bring back the bars, but it received only about 300 supporters. Neither effort has been enough to bring back the '80s favorite. A different version, Carnation Breakfast Essentials Nutrition Bars, is available on Amazon and in stores.

Dr. Rufo agrees that the product should be used only as a nutritional supplement, and warns that regularly consuming Carnation Breakfast Essential products in lieu of a meal could be a problem.

But while a chocolate beverage may sound delicious when you first wake up, it isn't clear that Carnation is a healthy choice. Carnation breakfast drinks have been around for decades. According to their website, the rebranding to Breakfast Essentials reflects the “nutritional quality” of the product.

ages 4 years and older Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original products are nutritionally appropriate for ages 4 years and older, including teens and adults.

Now, the brand is announcing its next generation of Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional Drinks and Powder Drink Mixes which have 25% less added sugars‡ when compared to the former drinks, while maintaining a kid-approved taste.

Nestlé acquired the Carnation Company in 1984. In 2003 we brought all our milk products under one brand – Carnation. Since then, we've added our ready-made Caramel, Vegan Condensed Milk Alternative and Drizzles to the range you all know and love.

Since its founding in 1908, Carnation Farms has gone through a few transitions. The Stuart family sold the company and the farm to Nestle in January of 1985. Nestle ran the farm until 2008 when a non-profit bought it.

Key Benefits Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Nutritional Drinks are packed with 10 g high-quality protein to help build muscle, 240 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!

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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.

Carnation Instant Breakfast is marketed as a healthy alternative for breakfast for those on the go, but it can also help you reach your weight-loss goals. As with any diet plan, the key is to control your overall calorie intake.