Liquid breakfasts are not a new idea. Sanitarium's Up&Go is in it's 21st year of production, however the choices now are endless. But are they really as healthy as the claims lead us to believe?
Breakfast products with more than 20% fibre are considered very high in fibre, and those with less than 10% are low in fibre. Despite claiming to be "high in fibre" most liquid breakfasts have less than 5%.
Most liquid breakfasts are low in protein and high in sugar, often containing as much sugar as a chocolate bar. They are also advertised as a breakfast-substitute, however do not provide enough energy to be a complete meal.
Despite the negatives, liquid breakfasts are an excellent source of calcium, providing 30-40% of your recommended daily intake. They also offer added vitamins and minerals such as B12, vitamin D and folate. And since skipping breakfast is linked to weight gain, a liquid breakfast such as Up&Go is better than no breakfast at all.
