Wearable package for consumable products and methods for using same

TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates generally to packaging. More specifically, the present invention relates to a wearable packaging for food products and methods of using it.

Background Art [0002] There are many different types of packaging for food products currently available on the market. Known packages include, for example, cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, plastic sachets, paper bags, etc. Different types of packaging have their advantages and disadvantages, depending on the intended use of the packaging. For example, cardboard boxes are light, can be recycled and easily folded. On the other hand, cartons can not store liquids or gels, they are not as durable as plastic packaging and have a low packing density of any solid products that are not substantially cubic or rectangular in shape. From the document US 2010/0258601 a self-closing storage device using a bistable spring band is known.

[0003] Furthermore, the consumption of any food product (or products) located inside, for example a cardboard box, usually requires the use of two hands, as it is difficult to dispense the product directly from the consumer's mouth box. Indeed, most product packages in stores require one hand to hold the packaging and the other hand to dispense the product to the mouth of the consumer. Even if the package is designed to directly dispense the product to the mouth of the consumer, it may be inconvenient for the consumer to hold the package in the hands before or during consumption. This is particularly true when the consumer is involved in physical activity, which requires at least one, if not two, hands, such as various sports activities.

[0004] There is therefore a need for food packaging that is easy to transport, hold or carry, which is designed to facilitate consumption of the product by the consumer. Summary of the Invention [0005] The present invention relates to a wearable packaging and methods for its use. In a general embodiment, the wearable package includes a first compartment for storing the product and a second compartment for storing the bistable band.

[0006] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted for carrying it by the consumer.

[0007] In an embodiment, the package is constructed and molded to be worn on a body part selected from the group consisting of: wrist, ankle, waist, neck, finger or combinations thereof. [0008] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a piece of clothing selected from the group consisting of: a watch, a belt, a scarf, a collar, a shoe, a wristband or combinations thereof.

[0009] In an embodiment, the consumer is selected from the group consisting of an athlete, a parent, a child, a pet, a student, or a combination thereof.

[0010] In an embodiment, the package is a self-locking bracelet.

[0011] In an embodiment, the bistable band is made of a material selected from the group consisting of: plastic, metal or combinations thereof. The bi-stable bandage may be substantially flat and its length

It may be from about 2 to about 10 inches, or from about 3 to about 9 inches, or from about 4 to about 8 inches, or from about 5 to about 7 inches or about 6 inches. The width of the package, on the other hand, may be from about 0.5 to about 4 inches, or from about 1 to about 3 inches, or about 2 inches.

[0012] In an embodiment, the first chamber volume is from about 0.5 ounces to about 5 ounces, or from about 1 ounce to about 4 ounces, or from about 2 ounces to about 3 ounces, or from about 1.4 ounces to about 2.5 ounces.

[0013] In an embodiment, the first chamber is constructed and adapted for storing a solid product, a liquid product, a semi-solid product or a combination thereof in it.

[0014] In an embodiment, the first chamber comprises at least one opening member selected from the group consisting of: perforation, tear line, one-way valve or combinations thereof.

[0015] In an embodiment, the first chamber is divided into at least two separate parts. The at least two separate parts can be of the same size or different sizes. At least two separate parts may be constructed and adapted to store the same or different products therein.

[0016] In an embodiment, the first chamber is refillable.

[0017] In an embodiment, the first and second compartments are formed from one piece of material. The first and second chambers can also be formed of different materials and joined during the production process. The first and second chambers can be joined by means of glue.

[0018] In an embodiment, the first and second chambers are adjacent to one another.

[0019] In an embodiment, the first and second chambers are substantially the same size, but may also have different sizes. The first and second chambers may also have the same shape or different shapes. [0020] In an embodiment, the package includes markings on the outer surface.

[0021] In another embodiment, a wearable package is provided comprising a first product storage chamber and a second chamber having an oblong hole for attaching the bistable band.

[0022] In an embodiment, the oblong hole is of such a size and shape that a bistable band can be fixed therein.

[0023] In an embodiment, the package is reusable.

[0024] In an embodiment, the package is constructed and adapted to be worn by the consumer.

[0025] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a body part of a selected group comprising: wrist, ankle, waist, neck, finger or combinations thereof.

[0026] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a piece of clothing selected from the group consisting of: a watch, a belt, a scarf, a collar, a shoe, a headband, a wrist band or combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, the consumer is selected from the group consisting of an athlete, a parent, a child, a pet, a student, or a combination thereof. [0028] In an embodiment, the package is a self-locking bracelet.

[0029] In an embodiment, the bistable band is made of a material of a selected group comprising: plastic, metal or combinations thereof. The bi-stable bandage may be substantially flat and may range in length from about 2 to about 10 inches, or from about 3 to about 9 inches, or from about 4 to about 8 inches, or

From about 5 to about 7 inches or about 6 inches. The package may also have a width of from about 0.5 to about 4 inches, or from about 1 to about 3 inches, or about 2 inches.

[0030] In an embodiment, the first compartment volume is from about 0.5 ounces to about 5 ounces, or from about 1 ounce to about 4 ounces, or from about 2 ounces to about 3 ounces, or about 1.4 ounces, or about 2.5 ounces.

[0031] In an embodiment, the first chamber is constructed and adapted to contain a solid product, a liquid product, a semi-solid product or a combination thereof.

[0032] In an embodiment, the first chamber comprises at least one opening member selected from the group consisting of: perforation, tear line, one-way valve or combinations thereof.

[0033] In an embodiment, the first chamber is divided into at least two separate parts. The at least two separate parts may have the same size or different sizes. At least two separate parts can be constructed and adapted to store the same product or different products therein.

[0034] In an embodiment, the first chamber is refillable.

[0035] In an embodiment, the first and second compartments are made of one piece of material. The first and second chambers can also be made of separate materials and joined in the production process. The first and second chambers can be joined by means of glue.

[0036] In an embodiment, the first and second chambers are adjacent to one another.

[0037] In an embodiment, the first and second compartments are basically the same size, they can also have different sizes. The first and second chambers can also be of the same shape or have different shapes.

[0038] In an embodiment, the package includes markings on the outer surface.

[0039] In yet another embodiment, a wearable package is provided and comprising a hollow rigid container for storing food products. This rigid container is constructed and formed in such a way that it can be worn on the consumer's limb.

[0040] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a body part selected from the group consisting of: wrist, ankle, neck, finger or combinations thereof.

[0041] In an embodiment, the consumer is selected from the group consisting of an athlete, a parent, a child, a pet, a student, or a combination thereof.

[0042] In an embodiment, the package is constructed and adapted to be applied to a consumer's limb.

[0043] In an embodiment, the package is constructed and adapted to connect together its parts in order to fasten it around the consumer's limb.

[0044] In an embodiment, the empty container capacity is from about 0.5 oz to about 5 ounces, or from about 1 ounce to about 4 ounces, or from about 2 ounces to about 3 ounces or around 1.4 ounces, or about 2 , 5 ounces.

[0045] In an embodiment, the hollow container is constructed and adapted to contain a solid product, a liquid product, a semi-solid product or a combination thereof.

[0046] In an embodiment, the hollow container comprises at least one opening member selected from the group consisting of: perforation, tear line, one-way valve or combinations thereof.

[0047] In an embodiment, the hollow container is divided into at least two separate parts. The at least two separate parts may have the same size or different sizes and may be constructed and adapted to store the same product or different products.

[0048] In an embodiment, the hollow container is refillable.

[0049] In an embodiment, the hollow container is molded from one piece of material.

[0050] In an embodiment, the package includes markings on the outer surface.

[0051] In a further embodiment, the wearable package includes a food product container and at least one securing device for attaching the wearable packaging to the user's body parts and the user's clothing item. The packaging can be disposable.

[0052] In an embodiment, the container is elastic.

[0053] In an embodiment, the container is rigid.

[0054] In an embodiment, the container is irreversibly sealed.

[0055] In an embodiment, the container is reversibly sealed.

[0056] In an embodiment, the fastening device is selected from the group consisting of: a strap, a binding, a buckle, a button, a fastener or a combination thereof.

[0057] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a body part selected from the group consisting of: wrist, ankle, waist, neck, finger or combinations thereof.

[0058] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be worn on a piece of clothing selected from the group consisting of: a watch, a belt, a scarf, a collar, a shoe, a headband, a wrist band or combinations thereof.

[0059] In an embodiment, the consumer is selected from the group consisting of an athlete, a parent, a child, a pet, a student, or a combination thereof.

[0060] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to be moved around the consumer wrist.

[0061] In an embodiment, the package is designed and adapted to connect its parts to be fastened around the consumer's body parts.

[0062] In an embodiment, the capacity of the container is from about 0.5 oz to about 5 ounces, or from about 1 ounce to about 4 ounces, or from about 2 ounces to about 3 ounces, or about 1.4 ounces, or about 2 , 5 ounces. [0063] In an embodiment, the container is constructed and adapted to contain solid products, liquid products, semi-solid products or combinations thereof.

[0064] In an embodiment, the container comprises at least one opening member selected from the group consisting of: perforation, tear line, one-way valve or combinations thereof.

[0065] In an embodiment, the container is divided into at least two separate parts. The at least two separate parts may have the same size or different sizes, they may also be constructed and adapted to store the same product or different products.

[0066] In an embodiment, the container is refillable.

[0067] In an embodiment, the container is made of one piece of material.

[0068] In an embodiment, the package includes markings on the outer surface.

[0069] In yet another embodiment, a method of administering a product to a consumer is provided.

The method includes providing a wearable package having a first chamber for

Product storage and a second chamber for attaching the bistable band, instruct the consumer to put on the band and instruct the consumer to consume the product.

[0070] In another embodiment, a method of intake of a product in motion is provided (onthe-go). The method includes attaching a wearable package having a first product storage compartment and a second compartment for storing the bistable band, opening the first compartment, and ingesting the product.

[0071] In another embodiment, a method is provided for feeding animal food delicacies to domestic animals. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first chamber for storing animal delicacies and a second compartment for storing the bistable band, instructing the animal carer to put the pack and instructing the animal carer to feed the animal to the delicacy.

[0072] In yet another embodiment, a method of administering snacks to a child is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first compartment for storing snacks and a second chamber for attaching the bistable band, instructing the child's carer to put the package on and instructing the child's carer to give the child a snack.

[0073] In another embodiment, a method is provided for providing food to an athlete. The method comprises providing a wearable package including a first product storage chamber and a second storage chamber for bi-stable band, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product.

[0074] In a further embodiment, a method for increasing the athlete's performance is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package including a first product storage compartment and a second storage chamber for bi-stable band, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product.

[0075] In yet another embodiment, a method is provided for improving the regeneration of an athlete after a sporting event. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first product storage chamber and a second storage chamber for bi-stable band, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product.

[0076] In a further embodiment, a method of administering the product to a consumer is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first product storage compartment and a second chamber containing an elongated hole for securing the bistable band therein, instructing the consumer to secure a bistable band in the longitudinal bore, instructing the consumer to put on the package and instruct the consumer to consume the product.

[0077] In another embodiment, a method of on-the-go consumption is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package comprising a first product storage chamber and a second storage chamber for bi-stable band, opening the first compartment, and ingesting the product.

[0078] In a further embodiment, a method is provided for feeding animal delicacies to a domestic animal. The method includes providing a wearable package including a first chamber for storing animal delicacies and a second chamber containing an elongated hole for attaching a bistable band therein, instructing the animal caretaker

To secure the bi-stable band in the oblong hole, instruct the animal keeper to put on the package and instruct the animal keeper to give the animal a delicacy.

[0079] In yet another embodiment, a method of serving snacks is provided to children. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first compartment for storing snacks and a second compartment containing an elongated hole for attaching a bistable band, instructing the child's guardian to fix the bistable band in the oblong hole, instructing the child's guardian to put the package on and instructing the child's guardian to give child snack.

[0080] In yet another embodiment, a method is provided for providing food to an athlete. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first product storage compartment and a second chamber containing an elongated hole for securing the bistable band, instructing the athlete to secure the bistable band in the elongated bore, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instructing the athlete to consume the product .

[0081] In another embodiment, a method for increasing an athlete's performance is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a first product storage chamber and a second chamber having an elongated hole for attaching a bistable band, instructing the athlete to secure the bistable band in the elongated bore, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume product.

[0082] In a further embodiment, a method is provided for improving the regeneration of an athlete after a sporting event. The method includes providing a wearable package comprising a first product storage chamber and a second chamber containing an elongated hole for securing the bistable band, instructing the athlete to secure the bistable band in the elongated bore, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product .

[0083] In yet another embodiment, a nutritional kit is provided. The nourishing kit includes a wearable package having a first compartment for storing the product and a second compartment containing an elongated hole for attaching a bistable band and a bistable band.

[0084] In another embodiment, a method of administering a product to a consumer is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow stiff container for storing the product, a rigid container designed and adapted to be carried around the consumer's limb, instructing the consumer to put on the package and instruct the consumer to consume the product.

[0085] In another embodiment, a method of on-the-go consumption is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow rigid container for storing the product, a rigid container designed and adapted to be carried around the consumer's limb, opening the hollow container, and ingesting the product.

[0086] In a further embodiment, a method of providing a pet delicacy to a domestic animal is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow stiff container for storing animal delicacies, a rigid container designed and adapted to carry around an animal carer's limb, instructing the animal's carer to put the package and instructing the animal's attendant to give the animal a delicacy.

[0087] In yet another embodiment, a method of serving a snack to a child is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow stiff container for storing snacks, a rigid container designed and adapted to be carried around the limb of a child's caregiver, instructing the child's carer to put on the package and instructing the child's carer to give the child a snack.

[0088] In another embodiment, a method is provided for providing food to an athlete. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow stiff container for storing the product, a rigid container designed and adapted to be worn around the limb of the athlete's caregiver, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product.

[0089] In another embodiment, a method for increasing an athlete's performance is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow, rigid container for storing the product, a rigid container constructed and adapted to be worn around the athlete's limb, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instructing the athlete to consume the product.

[0090] In another embodiment, a method is provided for improving the regeneration of an athlete after a sporting event. The method includes providing a wearable package having a hollow stiff container for storing the product, a rigid container designed and adapted to be worn around the athlete's limb, instructing the athlete to put on the package and instruct the athlete to consume the product.

[0091] In another embodiment, a method of administering a product to a consumer is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a food product containing the product and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container on one of the consumer's body parts and a piece of consumer clothing, where the packaging is disposable, instructed the consumer to put on packaging and instructing the consumer to consume the product.

[0092] In yet another embodiment, a method of onthe-go consumption is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a food product containing the product and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container on one of the consumer's body parts and a consumer clothing item, wherein the package is disposable, package opening and food intake .

[0093] In another embodiment, a method of providing a pet delicacy to a domestic animal is provided. The method includes providing a wearable package having a food product container containing an animal delicacy and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container to one of the body parts of the animal caregiver and an animal care apparel item, the package being disposable, instructing the animal's carer to put on the package and instructing the animal's carer to give the animal a delicacy.

[0094] In a further embodiment, a method is provided for providing a snack to a child. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a snack-containing food product and at least one attachment device for attaching a wearable container to one of the body parts of a child's caregiver and a garment member's garment.

The package is disposable, instructs the child's carer to put on the package and instructs the child's caregiver to give the child a treat.

[0095] In another embodiment, a method is provided for providing food to an athlete. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a food product containing the product and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container to one of the athlete's body parts and an item of the athlete's clothing, the package being disposable, instructing the athlete to set up packaging and instructing the athlete to consume the product.

[0096] In another embodiment, a method is provided for improving the regeneration of an athlete after a sporting event. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a food product containing the product and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container to one of the athlete's body parts and an item of the athlete's clothing, the package being disposable, instructing the athlete to put on the packaging and instructing the athlete to consume the product.

[0097] In another embodiment, a method is provided for increasing an athlete's performance. The method includes providing a wearable package having a container for a food product containing the product and at least one securing device for attaching a wearable container to one of the athlete's body parts and an item of the athlete's clothing, the package being disposable, instructing the athlete to put on the packaging and instructing the athlete to consume the product.

[0098] An advantage of the present invention is to provide improved packaging.

[0099] Another advantage of the present invention is to provide improved packaging that is attractive aesthetically to consumers.

[0100] Another advantage of the present invention is to provide packages that are easy to transport, store or carry by consumers.

[0101] Yet another advantage of the present invention is to provide packaging that ensures easy delivery of the product to the consumer.

[0102] A further advantage of the present invention is to provide packaging intended for use in sporting events.

[0103] Another advantage of the present invention is to provide a package that allows hands-free, convenient transportation of the kit.

[0104] A further advantage of the present invention is to provide a package enabling the ingestion of an on-the-go food product.

[0105] A further advantage of the present invention is to provide packages that allow the consumer to have hands-free access to the kits.

[0106] Another advantage of the present invention is to provide methods of using improved packaging.

[0107] Additional features and advantages are described in the present description and will become apparent in the following brief description and figures.

Brief Description of the Drawings [0108]

Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a package according to an embodiment of the present invention.

EP 2 908 690 B1

Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of a package inserted by a user in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of the package of Fig. 1 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 4 shows a cross-sectional view of the package of Fig. 3 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 5 shows a cross-sectional view of a package similar to the package of Fig. 1 in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 6 shows a perspective view of a package in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 7 shows a perspective view of a package in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 8 is a perspective view of a package in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

Description of Embodiments [0109] As used herein, the term "about" is understood to refer to a number in the range of digits. In addition, all numerical ranges in this description should be understood to include all integers, all fractions in this range.

[0110] The terms "Food products" or "food compositions" as used herein are understood to include any amount of optional additional ingredients, including conventional food additives (synthetic or natural), e.g. one or more acidifiers, additional thickeners, regulators. or acid stabilizers, chelating agents, dyes, emulsifiers, excipients, aromas, minerals, osmotic agents, pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, preservatives, stabilizers, sugar, sweeteners, stabilizers and / or vitamins. Optional ingredients may be added in any acceptable amount. Food products or compositions can be a complete source of nutrition or an incomplete nutrition source.

[0111] As used in the specification and the appended claims, singular forms include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, reference to "a polypeptide" includes a mixture of two or more polypeptides, and so on.

[0112] The present disclosure relates to packages that are designed to be easily held and / or transported by the consumer. Although the known packages include elements designed to make it easier for the user to conveniently hold or move the packages, these designed elements usually include elements such as finger grips, ergonomic handles, textured handles, etc. These types of known packages may, however, have some limitations or limitations; shortages in the eyes of specific consumers.

[0113] A group of consumers, such as for example athletes, may be interested in packaging that does not require the use of hands to carry packaging. For example, an athlete who participates in or is preparing for sporting activities (e.g. running, cycling, skating, etc.) may want to carry a product such as a food composition before, during and / or after the activity, but may not want to carry the product in own hands (hands). The product may be, for example, a solid, liquid and / or semi-solid product that has been formulated to provide increased carbohydrate doses to improve or sustain athletic performance or increase concentration

Psychological. For this reason, it will be convenient for an athlete to put on a package containing these types of products, so that the athlete's hands will be able to participate in sports activities. Accordingly, the packages of the present invention are designed to be fit for wear by the consumer or user. Further, the packages of the present invention may be open or otherwise accessible using both hands, one hand or without using hands, as will be discussed below.

[0114] Although the packages of the present invention are shown to be useful to an athlete, it is clear that the packages of the present invention can be used by any consumer who needs them. The packages may, for example, be useful for storing a nutritional composition that increases productivity and may be worn by athletes. Packaging can also be useful for storing snacks and can be worn by parents or their children. The packaging may further be useful for storing animal delicacies and may be carried by animal owners or on animal collars. Accordingly, one skilled in the art will appreciate that the packaging of the invention is not limited to the uses described herein.

[0115] The present packages may be worn on the body or clothing of the consumer for consumption by him or a carer for consumption by someone else. For example, the present packages may be worn by the consumer or caregiver on the wrist, ankle, leg, arm, waist, neck, head, finger or combinations thereof. Alternatively, the present packages may be worn on the clothes of a consumer or caregiver, these garments include (but are not limited to) a watch, belt, necklace, ring, shoe, headband, wrist band or combinations thereof. The person skilled in the art will, however, know that body parts and parts of clothing mentioned herein are not limited, and the present packages may be worn by the consumer at any convenient location.

[0116] The packages of the present invention may be provided to the consumer in several useful forms. In the first embodiment, as shown in Fig. 1, the package 10 may be provided in the form of a flexible bracelet designed to be worn on a consumer wrist, as shown in Fig. 2. In this embodiment, the package 10 may be, for example, a flexible bracelet having a first chamber. 12 for storing the product and a second chamber 14 constituting a construction enabling the carrying of the package 10.

[0117] The package 10 is designed and designed to fit comfortably on, for example, the wrist or ankle of the consumer. The package 10 may have a length of, for example, from about 2 to about 10 inches, or from about 3 to about 9 inches, or from about 4 to about 8 inches, or from about 5 to about 7 inches, or about 6 inches. Similarly, the width of the package 10 can be from about 0.5 to about 4 inches, or from about 1 to about 3 inches, or about 2 inches. The person skilled in the art will know that the thickness of the packaging 10 will depend on the type of product or volume of the product present in the product chamber 12. In this respect, the product chamber 12 will be thicker if it is designed to store larger solid products and the chamber 12 it will be thinner,

[0118] The product compartment 12 may have any volume to store the food product while retaining the convenience of the consumer to carry the package. For example, the product compartment 12 may have a volume of about 0.5 oz to about 5 ounces, or from about 1 oz to about 4 ounces, or from about 2 ounces to about 3 ounces, or about 2.5, or about 1 , 4 ounces.

[0119] The product chamber 12 is sealed. The seal may be irreversible or it may be a sealed resealable seal. This feature will help keep the freshness of any product stored in the product compartment 12.

[0120] The product chambers 12 and the construction chambers 14 can be made of any flexible material that is adapted to store solids, liquids and semi-solids. For example, the product chambers 12 and the structural chambers 14 can be made of flexible plastic, elastic fabric and the like, or combinations thereof. The product chambers 12 and the structural chambers can be manufactured individually and combined with each other in a further production step. Alternatively, the product chambers 12 and the structural chambers 14 can be produced from a single piece of flexible material. Accordingly, one skilled in the art will recognize that any number of compartments per product 12 can be used in combination with a structural chamber 14. For example, the package 10 may include one single structural chamber 14 to provide a package 10 design that allows the packaging to be carried, which may be combined with any number of compartments for the product 12 in which the product may be stored. In this regard, the package 10 may comprise one, two, three, four or more compartments per product 12, each of the compartments containing the same or different types and / or volumes of products, as will be described below. In embodiments where there is more than one product chamber 12, the product chambers can be arranged on both sides of the construction chamber 14. In this regard, the package 10 may comprise one, two, three, four or more compartments per product 12, each of the compartments containing the same or different types and / or volumes of products, as will be described below. In embodiments where there is more than one product chamber 12, the product chambers can be arranged on both sides of the construction chamber 14. In this regard, the package 10 may comprise one, two, three, four or more compartments per product 12, each of the compartments containing the same or different types and / or volumes of products, as will be described below. In embodiments where there is more than one product chamber 12, the product chambers can be arranged on both sides of the construction chamber 14.

[0121] As shown in Fig. 1, the product chamber 12 and the construction chamber 14 are placed adjacent to each other such that the product chamber 12 and the structural chamber 14 remain in contact with each other and form a single integral package. This construction helps ensure that the integrity of the package 10 is maintained when worn by the user.

[0122] In an embodiment, the package 10 may be a self-locking bracelet. As used herein, the term "self-locking bracelet" means a bracelet having a layered, flexible metal bistable spring band placed inside a flexible casing (e.g. fabric, plastic, etc.). The self-clamping bracelet can be straightened to create tension inside the metal band, and then hit the wrist of the wearer causing the elastic band to reshape and wrap around the wrist of the wearer by securing the band on it. In this embodiment, a food product such as, for example, an athlete's nutrient can be stored in the product compartment 12 (e.g. carbohydrate gel, carbohydrate fluid, solid carbohydrates, etc.),

[0123] Regardless of the material used to make the bistable band, the bistable band should be sized and shaped to provide the integrity necessary for the present package to be wearable. For example, a bistable band may be a substantially flat band, the length of which is from about 1 to about 10 inches, or from about 2 to about 9 inches, or from about 3 to about 8 inches, or from about 4 to about 7 inches, or from about 5 to about 4 inches. The width of the bistable band may also be from about 0.5 inch to about 4 inches, or from about 1 inch to about 3 inches, or about 2 inches. Specialist in this

It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that, depending on the embodiment of the present packages, the bi-stable band may be adapted in dimensions and shape to the opening in the package 10.

[0124] The metal band 16 may be placed inside the construction chamber 14 during the production process, such that the package 10 is sold to the consumer together with the product in the product chamber 12 and the metal band 16 in the construction chamber 14. Alternatively, in another embodiment shown in Fig 5, the package 10 may in the production process be provided with an opening 18 of the construction chamber 14 designed to fasten the metal band after the production process. The consumer will then be able to insert the metal band 16 into, for example, the opening 18 before using the package 10 to obtain the same properties (carrying capacity) as in the case of the package 10 made with the metal band 16 placed in the construction chamber 14. In this embodiment, it is possible to market the package 10 for use with a reusable metal band 16, which may reduce the costs for the consumer who can use the package 10 shown in Fig. 5 with a previously purchased metal band 16 and a new product compartment 12 Alternatively, the package 10 may include a metal band 16 disposed therein and a refillable product compartment 12, such that the consumer may purchase additional product / additional products to be placed in the product chamber 12 for use as a wearable package. This may again reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who could buy additional product / additional products at lower prices than the cost of purchasing the entire package 10. which may reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who may use the package 10 shown in Fig. 5 with a previously purchased metal band 16 and a new product chamber 12. Alternatively, the package 10 may include a metal band 16 embedded therein and a refillable chamber for product 12, so that the consumer can buy additional product / additional products to be placed in the product chamber 12 for use as a wearable packaging. This may again reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who could buy additional product / additional products at lower prices than the cost of purchasing the entire package 10. which may reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who may use the package 10 shown in Fig. 5 with a previously purchased metal band 16 and a new product chamber 12. Alternatively, the package 10 may include a metal band 16 embedded therein and a refillable chamber for product 12, so that the consumer can buy additional product / additional products to be placed in the product chamber 12 for use as a wearable packaging. This may again reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who could buy additional product / additional products at lower prices than the cost of purchasing the entire package 10. Alternatively, the package 10 may include a metal band 16 disposed therein and a refillable product compartment 12, so that the consumer can buy additional product / additional products to be placed in the product chamber 12 for use as a wearable package. This may again reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who could buy additional product / additional products at lower prices than the cost of purchasing the entire package 10. Alternatively, the package 10 may include a metal band 16 disposed therein and a refillable product compartment 12, so that the consumer can buy additional product / additional products to be placed in the product chamber 12 for use as a wearable package. This may again reduce the costs incurred by the consumer who could buy additional product / additional products at lower prices than the cost of purchasing the entire package 10.

[0125] In another embodiment, the package 10 may also be designed as a flexible, continuous band, which may for example be inserted into a user's hand and worn as a bracelet. In this embodiment, the package 10 may include a connector or clasp (not shown) that may be used to connect the two portions of the package 10 to close the pack 10 around the wrist or other body part of the user (e.g., ankle, neck, waist, head, etc.) .

[0126] As shown in Fig. 5, the product chamber 12 can be divided into two or more compartments 20 for storing products. The chambers 20 can have the same or different size, depending on the product to be placed in them. For example, the chambers 20 can be of equal or different size to provide a multiple dose of the same or different products to the consumer. For example, the first chamber 20 may have a first size and it may store the first product intended for consumption by an athlete before a sporting event. The second chamber 20 may have a second size and it may contain a second product intended for consumption by the athlete during a sporting event. The third chamber 20 may have a third size and it may contain a third product intended for consumption by an athlete after a sporting event. Alternatively, the first, second and third chambers 20 can be of equal size but contain different products, or they can have different sizes and contain different amounts of the same product. The person skilled in the art will know that any combination of chamber sizes and products placed in them can be used with the present packages, depending on the needs or purposes of its delivery.

[0127] In the same context, the chambers 20 may be sized to provide a specific dosage of a particular product to the consumer depending on the recommended dosage required for a particular activity. For example, if it is recommended that an adult male involved in cross-country skiing should consume a certain amount of carbohydrates before, during and after the run, the chambers can be sized to provide a specific dosage of the amount required for an adult male. Accordingly, the packages 10 can be placed on the market so that they are

They are aimed at a particular sex, a particular sport, a specific application or any combination thereof. Alternatively, a multiple dose of the product may be obtained by providing multiple packages 10 to be set up by the user. In this regard, two or more packages 10 may be worn by the user, two or more packages containing the same or different types of products and / or the same or different amount of products.

[0128] The package 10 is designed and designed so that the consumer can easily open them in order to get into its contents. For example, to get into any product placed in the product chamber 12, the user can open the product chamber 12 by cutting, tearing, puncturing or removing a portion of the package and emptying its contents. For example, as shown in Fig. 5, the package 10 may include a perforated portion 22 that the consumer can bite or tear to get into the product placed in the product compartment 12. Alternatively, the product chamber 12 may include a one-way valve 24 that can be bitten or sucked by the consumer in order to gain access to the product placed in the product compartment 12. As, that the packages 10 may be worn by the consumer and any product placed in the product compartment 12 is available, for example, by hands or mouth, the packaging 10 provides easy access to the product contained therein, requiring the use of two or one hand or not requiring hands. The products can then be obtained by using one or both hands, or they can be dispensed directly to the mouth of the consumer. This can be an advantage for the consumer who can not use one or both hands to open the package and get into the food product (for example, for a runner during a marathon, a cyclist during a race, etc.). or without the use of hands. The products can then be obtained by using one or both hands, or they can be dispensed directly to the mouth of the consumer. This can be an advantage for the consumer who can not use one or both hands to open the package and get into the food product (for example, for a runner during a marathon, a cyclist during a race, etc.). or without the use of hands. The products can then be obtained by using one or both hands, or they can be dispensed directly to the mouth of the consumer. This can be an advantage for the consumer who can not use one or both hands to open the package and get into the food product (for example, for a runner during a marathon, a cyclist during a race, etc.).

[0129] The package 10 may also include a brand mark and / or a product designation on any outer surface (not shown). The indicia may be printed directly or glued in the form of a sticker, a self-adhesive label, etc. In this way, the package 10 may be designed to be displayed on a shop shelf, or exhibited as hanging from a display shelf.

[0130] In another embodiment, a rigid, wearable package 26 is provided. Similar to the package 10 described herein above, the package 26 can be worn by the consumer for easy handling of a product (not shown) that is stored inside the package 26 In this embodiment, the package 26 can be one integral package that can be slipped over the wrist, ankle or other part of the wearer's body and worn as a bracelet. Alternatively, the package 16 may also include a fastener (not shown) for fastening the two parts of the package 26 to attach it to the wrist or other part of the wearer's body (e.g., ankle, neck, waist, head, etc.). As in the case of the package 10, the products placed in the package 26 can be obtained by cutting,

[0131] In yet another embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a flexible container 28 comprising a product chamber 30 and at least one mounting device 32. The product chamber 30 can be any flexible chamber suitable for storing solid, liquid products. and / or semi-solid. In an embodiment, the product chamber 30 is made of flexible plastic. The fastening device 32 may be, for example, a thong, zipper, fastener, knot, strap, band, lanyard, strip of material, glue, buckle, button, etc. In an embodiment, the size and shape of the fastening device 32 is adapted to be combined with an existing piece of clothing such as, for example, a watch, band, belt, scarf, shoe, bracelet, necklace, ring, headband, wristband, etc. The fastening device 32 can be a continuous piece of material, such that the fastening device 32 can be slipped on, for example, a watch strap worn by the user. Alternatively, the fastening device 32 can be provided with Velcro, button, fastener, etc. to connect two portions of the fastening device 32 to wrap it around, e.g., a belt worn by the wearer.

[0132] As with the package 10, the products contained in the package 28 can be obtained by cutting, tearing, biting, rupturing or removing any part of the package 28. Similarly, unidirectional cartridges can be used to access products placed in the package 28. valves or similar devices (not shown). One skilled in the art will recognize that each of the features described above in the context of package 10 may also be used for package 28. For example, package 28 may be refillable, reusable, contain multiple compartments for products, contain valves, perforations and / or fastenings etc.

[0133] In a further embodiment of the present invention, a rigid container 34 including a product chamber 36 and at least one mounting device 38 is provided. In this embodiment, the product chamber 36 is a unitary chamber containing an opening 40 for accessing the product (s). placed in the product chamber 36 and the lid 42 to close the product chamber 36. The product chamber 36 can be any rigid chamber suitable for storing a solid, liquid or semi-solid product. In an embodiment, the product chamber 36 is of rigid plastic. The connecting device can be, for example, a thong, zipper, connector, knot, strap, band, lanyard, strip of material, glue, buckle, button, etc. In an embodiment, the fastening device 38 is sized and shaped to be connected to an existing piece of clothing, such as, for example, a watch strap, a belt, a scarf, a shoe, a bracelet, a necklace, a ring, a headband, a wristband, etc. The fastening means 38 can be a continuous piece of material, such that the fastening device 38 can be pulled, for example, onto the leash held by the owner of the animal. Alternatively, the fastening device 38 may be provided with Velcro, button, fastener, etc. to connect two portions of the fastening device 38 to wrap it, for example, around the shoe worn by the athlete. [0134] As with the package 10, the products placed inside the package 34 can be obtained by cutting, tearing, biting,

[0135] According to the present invention, there are also provided methods of using packages. In an embodiment, there are provided methods of administering the product to the consumer as well as methods of on-the-go consumption, feeding animal delicacies to an animal, giving snack to a child, providing food to an athlete, improving athlete's performance and accelerating the athlete's recovery after activity Such a specialist will know, however, that there are many potential uses of the present package, including, for example, providing increased doses of carbohydrate to athletes before, during and after sports, improving the results Athlete before, during or after a sports event, etc.

[0136] The packaging of the present invention provides a convenient, portable and easy to consume way of delivering the product to the consumer. The packages can be worn by the consumer and can provide easy, demanding use of both hands, one hand, or hands-free access to products placed in them. In addition, the packages can be designed to provide a precise dosage of the product required for a particular consumer.

[0137] It should be understood that various changes and modifications of the presently preferred embodiments described herein will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications can be implemented without departing from the scope of the subject, without diminishing its intended benefits. It is understood, therefore, that such changes and modifications are included in the appended claims.