Food Frontiers: 3D Food Printing is Coming to Our Kitchens

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This webinar was presented live on February 6, 2019.

3D food printing is a new technology that offers new possibilities in our kitchens such as intricate designs, automated cooking, mass manufacturing, and personalized meals. Many in this field believe that is only a matter of years before this technology becomes a common feature in our homes, restaurant kitchens and commercial enterprises. Our speaker will explain what 3D food printing is and how it can benefit our patients and clients.

CPE: 1.0
Learning Need Codes: 1020, 1100, 8080
Performance Indicators: 11.4.1, 8.4.3, 2.1.4, 9.4.7

Learning Objectives

1. Describe 3D food printing and discuss its broad applications in food service facilities.
2. List and discuss the benefits that 3D food printing provides patients in healthcare facilities, as well as consumers with regards to weight management and other conditions that require dietary compliance.
3. Develop strategies and/or a business plan to implement 3D printing in healthcare facilities that feed dysphagia patients.

Speaker: Lynette Kucsma
Moderator: Sonja Stetzler