Can food be considered a substance? A scientific perspective
                                
                                
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                                According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), all food is made up of chemical substances, including naturally occurring ones like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This initial fact reveals that the question "Can food be considered a substance?" is more complex than it first appears, depending on whether you define 'substance' from a chemical or biological perspective.