Self-Supporting Edible Films A Field of Interest in Modern Food Science
Edible films are defined as a thin layer of edible materials formed on food as a coating or a self-supporting thin layer placed (pre-formed) on or in-between the food components, and in both cases consumed along with the food.

Nutrition Labeling of Foods
Consumers are exposed to a whole range of processed foods everyday. Those who do not want the inconvenience of preparing their own meals are willing to pay a premium for foods perceived to be of high quality and standard.