
FAQ's
Q: How can I fill empty gelatine capsules with my chosen powder?
A: You can fill each individual capsule by hand using gloved hands and a bowl of you powder of choice, simply take the empty Size 2 gelatine capsule apart, and scoop the powder into the largest half of the empty gelatine capsule and then place the small half of the capsule back on the top of the larger capsule half.
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Q: How long do the empty gelatine capsules take to dissolve in the stomach?
A: It usually takes 20 – 30 mins for a gelatine or vegetarian capsule to dissolve in the stomach.
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Q: How should I store my empty gelatine capsules?
A: We recommend that you store them in a cool, dry and dark place in an airtight bag or container to keep them as fresh as possible.
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Q: Can I fill the empty gelatine capsules with oil?
A: Though it is not recommended some people fill the empty gelatine capsules with oil. The locking function of the empty gelatine capsules will prevent the oil from seeping out, but the oil will not stay fresh for long as the seal is not air tight.
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Q: How much powder can I fit in each empty gelatine capsule?
A: This depends on the density of the powder you wish to fill the Size 2 empty gelatine capsules with. Heavy powders such as minerals are denser and the fill weight of the capsule will be greater. Coarsely chopped herbs are lighter and less dense and so the capsule fill weight will be lighter than average.