Phyllis is a food scientist who works for a company that manufactures medical products. She wants to prepare a formula diet for people who cannot eat "regular foods." Her formula for a day's supply of the product contains 300 g glucose, 30 g fiber, 200 g fat, 70 g protein, and all essential vitamins and minerals. The Food and Drug Administration didn't approve this product for sale. Why?

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The product doesn't contain water. A diet without water cannot sustain life, so it would not be approved by the FDA.

Phyllis Is a Food Scientist Who Works for a Company