Applications of Food 3D Printing Technology

Abstract

The dietary pattern and eating habits of consumers are constantly changing with busy lifestyles. The consumer's food decisions and marketability of developed products are assessed by nutritional and functional benefits, cost, eating pleasure, taste, and convenience. Due to increasing awareness about physical wellbeing, the markets of functional foods, nutraceuticals, and personal care products witnessed a hike in the last decade. However, the nutritional needs of individuals are highly varied making the food industry look for alternative technology. 3D food printing is a fascinating technology that allows customizing the foods based on individual likeness without compromising the nutritional benefits. Although the applications of 3D printing are well-identified in non-food sectors, its app