high fructose corn syrup

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You may be getting HFCS whether you want to or not!

dragon54u @dragon54u (31633) • United States 10 Jun 17

HFCS is High Fructose Corn Syrup, something a lot of us are trying to avoid. Now they have come up with an alternative name--Isolated Fructose! When you see a package that says "No High Fructose Corn Syrup!" don't just pick it...

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Do you believe those commercials that 'glorify' high fructose corn syrup?

lilblondiemjd @lilblondiemjd (856) • United States 29 Oct 10

So as recent findings emerge, we're seeing how awful corn syrup really is for you. Studies show that your body does not recognize the chemical, so it has an extremely hard time breaking it down. They also say that if you digest...

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High Fructose Corn Syrup

LilPixelle @LilPixelle (828) • United States 3 Jul 09

So I'm curious, How many people on here actually go out of their way to avoid high fructose corn syrup, and how many people's minds were changed about the whole thing by the sweet surprise campaign, and how many honestly don't...

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Mercury in high fructose corn syrup.

RockmanX251 @RockmanX251 (75) • United States 30 Mar 09

A friend of mine has already posted in response to this, but I feel that it isn't enough. Are you aware that high fructose corn syrup, and some vaccines, contain mercury? Let me define mercury, first. Mercury is a neurotoxin, and...

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Is There A Link Between The Mercury In Vaccines And Food For Rise In Autism?

pyewacket @pyewacket (43903) • United States 16 Feb 09

I've done a number of articles over at Associated Content about the idea that since children get so many vaccines and many contain Thermisol, a form of mercury, that this could be the rise of Autism and maybe even ADHD in...

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Most Common Source of Calories in U.S. is LOADED With Mercury!

nanajanet @nanajanet (4436) • United States 14 Feb 09

Ok, as many of you know, I will NOT ingest anything with HFCS (high fructose corn syrup) and boy, am I glad that I...

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New Study Finds Much High Fructose Corn Syrup Contaminated With Mercury

nanajanet @nanajanet (4436) • United States 4 Feb 09

I do not eat corn products. They have no nutrients and affect blood sugar levels, so I do not eat, buy or serve anything with High Fructose Corn Syrup, but reading this was very upsetting but also made me happy that I decided to...

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Now They Are Saying High Fructose Corn Syrup Is GOOD?? WTF!!

moonlitmagikchild @moonlitmagikchild (22181) • United States 19 Sep 08

i keep seeing those commercials and they are saying that High fructose corn syrup used in moderation is like either ok or better than other sweeteners.. umm how many years have we been told...

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Are you concerned about high fructose corn syrup in your foods?

crazynurse @crazynurse (7482) • United States 25 Jan 08

More and more is being researched and written about high fructose corn syrup. It is present in over half of our foods as it helps to maintain fresheness, extend shelf life, soften baked goods and for other reasons. Much is being...

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vippean @vippean (30) • United States 5 Aug 07

high fructose corn syrup the new addiction what are your thoughts on this subject?

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mama4kids @mama4kids (690) • United States 2 May 07

why is it that many foods and drinks include high fructose corn syrup as one of its main ingredients and yet it is so unhealthy for us? i do not allow my kids to drink juice that has high fructose corn syrup in it. i understand...

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