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Why Flexible Packaging Solutions Are Ideal for Nutritional Supplements

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  Nutritional or dietary supplements are available in various forms like tablets, capsules, gummies, powders, drinks, and energy bars. Since these supplements contain extracts to compensate for the dietary deficiency of vital nutrients, it is important to package them such that the potency of the ingredients is retained throughout the shelf-life.   Traditionally nutritional supplements were packaged in rigid packaging like bottles and canisters. However, with product forms evolving, the way these are presented to the end customers have changed drastically. At present, the preferred mode to package nutritional supplements is flexible packaging including,  stand-up pouches  with a no-spill spout or re-sealable zipper, sachets with easy-tear notches, barrier packs, and so on.   Here’s why flexible packaging solutions are ideal for nutritional supplements.   Easy to handle: –   Flexible packaging  makes the products easy to handle during the journey from the manufacturer to the retail stor

How Flexible Packaging Promotes Eco-Friendly Packaging of Snacks

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  With environmental degradation becoming a cause of concern globally, several brands are moving towards more sustainable practices across all levels of production. In recent years, flexible packaging has slowly gained popularity as an environment-friendly alternative to other types of packaging materials, especially when it comes to snack foods. But is it really a sustainable option? Read on to find out.   The Environmental Benefits of Flexible Packaging   Flexible packaging  is much more eco-friendly compared to other types of packaging materials. Here is how using flexible packaging for snacks positively impacts the environment.   Less Energy Consumption   Flexible packaging materials require less energy during the manufacturing process compared to other standard packaging materials. Moreover, these lightweight materials are usually shipped either as a roll or in a completely flat manner, which allows more material to be accommodated on each vehicle. As a result, the number of vehic