Food science is the study of how food is produced, processed, and distributed. It includes the study of food safety, nutrition, and other aspects of food production. Food science also encompasses the study of how food affects our health. This includes the study of food allergies, foodborne illnesses, and other health conditions.

Food science is a multidisciplinary field, and scientists from a variety of different backgrounds can work in this area. This includes chemists, biologists, nutritionists, and engineers.