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HSN106 MILK ANALYSIS TASK 2

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Function of the packaging: Bannister Downs: Bannister Downs has designed a flexible plastic container which is supposedly similar in composition to glass which makes it easier to maintain the freshness of the milk for longer. The packaging is microwave and freezer friendly and is made from eco-friendly materials which enables it to be easily flattened and burnt. The flexible packaging allows it to morph easily into its storage space (vertical or horizontally). The packaging is made to be nonpenetrable to UV lights which helps maintain a cool environment inside the packaging (10). The packaging has been cleverly designed to be easy to pour to reduce spillage and help with the pouring process. Pauls Physical Skim Milk: Paul’s have designed a 2-litre plastic bottle which is light but has great strength at the same time. The packaging praised for allowing horizontal storage of the milk without leakage. The container has an inbuilt handle and has a milk cap seal to help maintain freshness before the product is opened and has a secure screw-cap lid which makes It easy to seal for freshness. The packaging is designed for freshness and is also freezer friendly. The type of packaging: Bannister Downs: Bannister Downs uses Eco-lean packaging which makes it more of an environmentally friendly packaging. The packaging contains a non-penetrable layer which protects the milk from UV light to keep it cooler. The packaging is also suitable for the product as it leak-proof when laid down, can be microwaved and can be frozen which allows for a more diverse use of the milk product.

Pauls Physical Skim Milk: Pauls Physical milk packaging is made out of plastic PE which has many pros and cons. The Pauls company opts to storing their milk in plastic as it can be recycled, is much cheaper to be produced and so that the milk doesn’t spill when in transportation. Although the packaging has recyclable and cheaper production qualities, when exposed to UV rays, plastic opaque milk containers such as Paul’s milk don’t prevent the rays from entering the milk (8,10). This results in the milk losing important vitamins such as vitamins A, B, and C though calcium levels won’t be affected (8,9). Another negative is that plastic is non-biodegradable and can’t be absorbed back into the earth. Another negative is that the packaging may not be BPA free which can cause serious health problems (6,7).

Environmental considerations of the packaging:

Bannister Downs: Bannister downs has carefully developed an eco-friendly packaging which is cheap to product but also positively impacts the environment. The packaging uses less raw materials to help save resources and environment (1). It also takes less energy and carbon emissions to produce the packaging which helps reduce the companies carbon footprint (1,2). Another positive is that when all the milk is out of the packaging, it is flat and takes less to break it down. Pauls Physical Skim Milk: Paul’s uses plastic to contain their milk products. Plastic can significantly harm the environment when being decomposed due to it emitting dangerous gases and chemicals into the atmosphere (3,4,5,7). A lot of the time, polyethylene ends up in landfill which accumulates and takes decades for it to properly breakdown (3,4). The positives are that this specific plastic material can be recycled and then remade into other usable items. It can easily be melted down and shaped into other items for reuse. This makes it more environmentally friendly.

Important labels required on the product: (Are any missing) When producing a product, it is important to have correct labels that follow food labelling standards to ensure the consumer can identify key information and facts about the product. To ensure these labels are on all products, FSANZ was designed to regulate foods colouring, vitamins, ingredients, processing’s and additives etc. (11). FSANZ is also in charge on food labelling for all food products (11). Some main labels that are required on packaging are: • The name • Use-by dates • Nutritional labelling • Legibility requirements • Percentage labels • Average daily intake • Storage and use instructions • Ingredients • Allergic information/warnings • Vegan/non-vegan • Country of origin When comparing both Bannister Downs and Paul’s milk to the FSANZ code standards, there are no missing labels on their packaging. The packaging also complies with the FSANZ code and regulations. The items also contain the correct amount of protein and fat per serve (11).

Are there any health claims? Health claims need to be compared to certain standards that are found in the FSANZ criteria (11). Paul’s Physical milk: According to Paul’s, their Physical milk claims to improve and maintain bone strength. They also claim that their milk has fat but contains 40% more calcium than milk produced by other companies. Bannister Downs: Bannister Downs milk don’t have any health claims other than its eco-friendly and 100% Australian, homogenized and pasteurised. If a company puts out a health claim, the company needs scientific research to prove it before FSANZ approves the claim (11). When approved, it must label it clearly on the package for all consumers to see (11,13). How products contribute to a healthy diet: Dairy according to ADG is a wonderful source of minerals, vitamins, protein, calcium and a B12 source. The ADG states that the minimum amount of dairy to intake is between 1 1/2-2 serves a day for children and between 3 ½ to 4 serves for adults. One serve of dairy can be 250ml milk or 40g of cheese (12,13). A 250ml serving of Bannister’s milk is high in calcium, fat and has a decent amount of protein per serving. This promotes healthy eyesight, skin, bone growth and nerve function. To meet average calcium needs for adults, they must drink 3 cups of Bannister’s milk (12,13).

A 250ml serving of Paul’s milk has calcium and vitamin D added to their milk which enables only 2 serves to equate to the body’s daily needs of calcium (12,13). This skim milk consumption has lower KJs per serve which allows for calories to be consumed elsewhere. There are low amounts of fat and only 0.3g of saturated fat which helps promote good cholesterol levels. This milk has high protein content which keeps consumers sustained and promotes muscle growth. According to AGHE, a serve of dairy is 250ml of milk. They recommend 2 ½ serves for adults daily. Both products comply offering more than 100mg of calcium per 100ml which helps reduce diabetes, cancer and promotes bone growth which is vital especially in adolescence.

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