I'm a private tutor, I spend my day going from one student to the other and ths is why I usually have to eat out. Can I deduct this as "meals while conducting business"?

[miclase2016]

Also, I'm self employed and this is my main source of income.

[Vanessa]

No, in order to deduct your meals as a business expense, you must be away from home overnight or for a period that requires substantial rest (not just a nap)

https://www.irs.gov/faqs/small-business-self-employed-other-business/income-expenses/income-expenses...