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What is a method to test for fat in a food?

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One method is to take the food, get a piece of paper and rub your food on the piece of paper. Hold the paper up to the light and if it is partly translucent the food has fat in it. If you are not satisfied with your result, try rubbing the food harder on the paper.

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