I am a pretty busy on the go mom, with a 2 hour commute everyday not including pick up, drop off and after school activities I basically am lucky if I have time to grab a banana on the way out the door. I was really eager to try Carnation Breakfast Essentials and it did not disappoint! The chocolate is pretty delicious and doesn't taste super vitaminy (you know the taste I'm talking about) - I was able to quickly throw it into a mug, stir and go and enjoy it on the go. It's PACKED with vitamins and minerals so it's something I've definitely included in my morning routines!

I love this product !!! It's my go-to option for myself and my family. Easy and convenient!! I received the chocolate flavour and so happy I did ! Can't wait to try the other flavours!!!

I bought the pre-made bottles of the Chocolate flavour after reading such positive reviews on the powder packets. I am SUCH a fan. I have been using them as a meal replacement for my breakfast for the last 2 weeks. They are the perfect time saver! Once I get home from the store, I throw them in the fridge, and then grab one before I head out to work in the morning to have when I get to the office.
They are absolutely delicious! (I was shocked!!!) No crazy after taste, no weird chemical taste while you're drinking it. When cold, it tastes exactly like chocolate milk...but with the benefit of added protein!
While I am hungry when lunch time rolls around, the Breakfast Essential keeps me satisfied until then (no growly tummy)
I would absolutely recommend this product, and have already purchased more.

J'ai adoré ce produit. La saveur est délicieuse et le breuvage m'a gardée à satiété jusqu'au dîner. Je n'ai habituellement pas très faim en me réveillant, mais avec ce produit, j'avais hâte de déjeuner!

I found a great way to make this a more affordable breakfast choice. Walmart has a tin of the powder for around $15. Instead of individually pre measured packages, you buy a large tin and can adjust the amount of powder you use. The cost per serving is far reduced, and lots less packaging to deal with. Tastes great and full of vitamins and minerals to get your day off to a good start. I love the chocolate, tastes like a rich chocolate milk, and keeps me full for hours.

I loved trying this breakfast drink. I'm a busy mom of 2, and sometimes is hard to find time to prepare a proper breakfast. It so easy to make and tasty that i often have to share it with my kids. Is full of vitamins but taste as chocolate milk. It keepse going until lunch no problem. Definetly will buy again

As an avid drinker of protein shakes, I was excited to receive this product for review purpose. For the past 15 months, I've made protein shakes regularly for breakfast each morning. That is, until a week and half ago when my husband went on cruise with out friends to celebrate both turning 40 this year. After a week of endless food options and chef-prepared meals, it was hard to go back to a strict routine of morning work outs and shakes. So this trial of Carnation's new Breakfast Essentials came just at the right time.

Available in a variety of flavours, this product comes in convenient individual packages allow you to make a drink in seconds. I received the Chocolate version for testing and it was delicious! Unlike my regular protein mix, there was no weird after-taste that you typically get with drinks made with whey. Instead, it tasted just like a regular chocolate milk. It also heated up well to make a delicious hot chocolate (I heated 8 oz of milk first in my microwave, then added the powder to the already heated milk so not to destroy any of the nutritional properties of the drink).

While the Carnation version did have slightly higher calorie intake (300 calories when prepared with milk as opposed to my regular protein mix which has 260 calories, prepared with water), the flavour was so significantly better, that it was definitely worth the extra intake. The protein factor was also less than my regular morning shake (15 grams when prepared with milk, as opposed to my regular protein mix which has 24 grams, prepared with water); however, it was enough to satiate me until noon and provided necessary energy for my morning work out.

Since most people do not drink protein shakes regularly for breakfast, I also compared this with Shreddies (a heathy whole grain wheat cereal that is popular in Canada) to provide an overview of the nutritional breakdown.

Both breakfast options had the same fat intake of 1 g. Unprepared (without milk), Carnation had slightly higher protein (7 g vs 5 g), less sodium (115 mg vs 200 mg), more sugar (21 g vs 13 g), but less carbohydrates overall (30 g vs 47 g). Where Carnation stood out was with its vitamin content. A 8 oz Carnation drink unprepared (without milk), provided 50% of vitamin A intake (vs 0%), 50 vitamin C intake (vs 0%), 20% calcium (vs 2%), and 60% riboflavin (vs 2%).

Overall, a pretty health breakfast choice that would be big hit with adults and children alike. At a price point of $7.99 for 10 drinks, it is much cheaper than my $57 can of protein. I highly recommend this drink and will definitely be purchasing this the next time I go grocery shopping for my family of five!

I received this product for free from Carnation in exchange for my honest review.

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I looove these breakfast packs! So easy to make with almond milk before I head to class. The chocolate is delicious but not too heavy for a breakfast item. Helps me feel more awake and ready for the day.

I received this product for free as part of the product club review ChickAdvisor for my honest opinion. I tried the have always Carnation Breakfast Essentials Powder Drink Mix in Chocolate and I really enjoyed it, the taste is delicious and so creamy yummy!!!! I take first thing in the morning and it has help me a lot, in the morning I dont always have the time to sit and enjoy breakfast this powder drink ha s all vitamins I need just mix with milk and done! Love it! I will always have it on my kitchen perfect for those days in a hurry!
I absolutely recommend this product!

Essentiels du déjeuner Carnation gout similaire au lait au chocolat contient pleins de vitamines et minéraux ainsi que des protéines dont notre corps a besoin, sans arriere-gout. Pour optimiser le gout je conseille de le faire au shaker Idéal le matin avant de travailler #gotitfree Je le recommande 5/5