Farm to table means that the food on the table (or in the bowl!) came directly from a specific farm, without going through a store, market, or distributor along the way. Similar phrases include locally-sourced, farm fresh, and farm-to-fork. Farm to table emphasizes a direct relationship between a farm rather than buying through a distributor or food service. These direct relationships can have a large impact on the quality and freshness as items will often be delivered directly within hours of being harvested.

Fat oxidation is the process of breaking down triglyceride fats into smaller molecules which can then be used as a source of energy. This process occurs primarily in the mitochondria of cells and is an important part of the body's energy metabolism.

Fat-soluble refers to a substance that can be dissolved in oils or fats. Vitamins A, D, E, and K are called fat-soluble vitamins because they are soluble in organic solvents and are absorbed and transported like that of fats.

Fatty acids are the building blocks of the fat in our bodies and in the food we eat. During digestion, the body breaks down fats into fatty acids, which can then be absorbed into the blood. Fatty acid molecules are usually joined together in groups of three, forming a molecule called a triglyceride. 

FBC (frequent buyer cards) serve as a valuable tool that reward shoppers for purchases that they have made during multiple visits. 

The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, nations food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.

FEDIAF represents the European pet food industry and are fully committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, to the wellbeing of pet animals, to their important social role and to the respect of sustainable development. 

Fermentation is a metabolic process in which an organism converts a carbohydrate, such as starch or a sugar, into an acid or an alcohol - simply put, it is the process in which a substance breaks down into a simpler substance. Microorganisms like yeast and bacteria usually play a role in the fermentation process. 

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest. Most carbohydrates are broken down into sugar molecules called glucose, fiber cannot be broken down into sugar molecules, and instead it passes through the body undigested. 

Food fillers are additives that bulk up the weight of a food with cheaper ingredients, which help keeps the price down.

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