Hormel Health Labs' Thick & Easy Texture Modified Bread and Dessert Mix was designed to make the consumption of bread products easier for those who have trouble swallowing. Those who experience dysphagia, the medical term for swallowing difficulties, require bread of a specific consistency so that they can safely consume the food.
The bread and dessert mix comes in pre-made loafs equaling 16 slices per loaf, and it helps to add variety to breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. The product is made with enriched flour and it boasts a Kosher-approved formula that meets IDDSI levels 4, 5 and 6.
A variety of foods are being created to consider people who have difficulty swallowing, ranging from snack bars to 3D-printed meals.
Dysphagia-Friendly Baking Mixes
The Texture Modified Bread and Dessert Mix is Easy to Swallow
Trend Themes
1. Dysphagia-friendly Foods - New food products being designed with specific textures and consistencies to assist those with swallowing difficulties.
2. Texture Modification - Innovative techniques and technologies being developed to modify the texture of foods for easier swallowing.
3. Personalized Nutrition - Customized meals and products being created to meet the specific dietary needs of individuals with dysphagia.
Industry Implications
1. Food Manufacturing - Food manufacturers can develop specialized products that cater to those with dysphagia, creating a new market for them.
2. Healthcare - Dysphagia is a medical condition, and healthcare providers can benefit from having access to specialized food products that help treat the condition.
3. Food Technology - The development of innovative food technologies to modify textures and consistencies of food can create opportunities for new businesses and disrupt the food industry.