System for storage and delivery of powdered nutritional supplements

Abstract

An apparatus for storing and delivering a powdered nutritional supplement comprises: a) an elongated tube; and b) a volume of powdered nutritional supplement contained within the tube. The ends of the tube may be sealed to retain the powdered supplement within the tube, and at least one end may be opened to deliver the powdered supplement from the tube. A method for storing a powdered nutritional supplement comprises the steps of: a) filling an elongated tube with the powdered supplement; and b) sealing the ends of the tube, thereby retaining the powdered supplement within the tube for storage. A method for delivering a powdered nutritional supplement comprises the steps of a) providing a container filled with a volume of the powdered supplement corresponding to a single dose; b) opening the container; and c) allowing the powdered supplement to leave the container for delivery directly into the mouth. The container and/or tube may comprise a straw (similar to a drinking straw) and may be sealed by crimping the ends. The tube may contain a single dose of the powdered supplement to be delivered directly into the mouth.

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