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GLENDALE, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether it's getting the kids ready for school, managing work-related deadlines, or preparing for a busy day ahead, the morning can be overly demanding -- leaving little time for a nutritious breakfast that will keep you feeling full.
According to dietary experts at the American Dietetic Association, the key to staying energized and setting a positive tone for the day is eating a breakfast that includes carbohydrates, protein and fiber -- essential ingredients to get your day started right.
While carbohydrates and protein don't seem
to be an issue, Americans are not getting enough fiber. In fact, according to nutrition experts, Americans consume only about half of the amount of fiber they need each day(1).
In response to the missing fiber in American diets, NESTLE(R) CARNATION(R) INSTANT BREAKFAST(R) has added inulin fiber to its long list of healthful benefits with the recent introduction of its No Sugar Added Powders with Fiber and SPLENDA(R). Providing at least three grams of fiber in every serving, twice the protein of an egg, and twice the calcium of yogurt, CARNATION INSTANT BREAKFAST No Sugar Added Powders with Fiber now offer better nutrition in the same great flavors -- a breakfast that has it all!
"National survey research tells us that people who get the closest to the daily recommendation for fiber often get a large percentage of that from their breakfast choices," said Ann Wohlstetter, marketing director, Nestle Nutrition Company. "CARNATION INSTANT BREAKFAST No Sugar Added Powders with Fiber offer a convenient solution to the fiber gap and the hectic morning routine."
Fiber plays an important role in supporting a healthy digestive system and overall health and wellness. In fact, recent studies suggest that people with higher fiber intake may lower their risk of developing certain health conditions, such as high cholesterol, coronary heart disease, and diabetes(1). The recommended daily intake of dietary fiber for adults is 20 to 35 grams per day(2). Foods such as nuts, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are also great sources of fiber.
CARNATION(R) INSTANT BREAKFAST(R) No Sugar Added Powders with Fiber and SPLENDA(R) will be available in Classic French Vanilla, Rich Milk Chocolate, Variety Pack (8-.705 oz. packets, SRP $4.49) and a Rich Milk Chocolate Canister (8.46 oz., SRP $5.69). This new and improved powder drink mix can be found in the beverage aisle of supermarkets nationwide beginning in April. For nutritious recipe ideas, visit http://carnationinstantbreakfast.com/.
About Nestle USA
Named one of "America's Most Admired Food Companies" in Fortune magazine for the tenth consecutive year, Nestle USA provides quality brands and products that bring flavor to life every day. From nutritious meals with Lean Cuisine(R) to baking traditions with Nestle(R) Toll House(R), Nestle USA makes delicious, convenient, and nutritious food and beverage products that enrich the very experience of life itself. That's what "Nestle. Good Food, Good Life" is all about. Nestle USA, with 2006 sales of $8.5 billion (includes Nestle Nutrition), is part of Nestle S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland -- the world's largest food company -- with sales of $79 billion. For product news and information, visit http://nestleusa.com/ or http://nestlenewsroom.com/.
SPLENDA low-Calorie Sweetener is a registered trademark of McNeil-PPC Inc. All other trademarks are owned by Societe des Produits Nestle S.A., Vevey, Switzerland.
(1) Source: WebMD(R))
(2) Source: American Dietetic Association)
Source: Nestle USA
