Food Definatination

Food is a substance consumed to provide nutritional support for an organism. It is usually of plant or animal origin and contains essential nutrients, such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, or minerals, needed for the body to function properly. Food is ingested and digested to obtain energy and provide building blocks for growth and repair of tissues. Food can be prepared and consumed in many different ways, and cultural and personal preferences play a significant role in what foods are consumed and how they are prepared.