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  Two-piece hard-shell capsules are versatile. They can hold liquids. They can hold pastes. They can even hold powders. But within that versatility lies a potential complication: They are prone to leak.

Nanotechnology is moving out of the realm of science fiction and into our buildings, drugs, clothing, cosmetics, and yes, even nudging into our foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. For those of you who are still not really sure what nanotechnology means, the next paragraph will give a short introduction. If you are already “nano-savvy” and just want to know what’s “nano-new” in the food and nutrition world, you can skip to the third paragraph.

Fortunately, new technology is helping manufacturers make tablets, capsules, and liquids that offer nutritional benefits without sacrificing taste and quality.