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High-fructose corn syrup
A sweetener derived from corn starch containing about 15% fructose; used to enhance sweetness and preserve food products.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Nov 5, 2025
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Insulin resistance, excessive caloric intake, metabolic disturbances, contribution to obesity
Benefits
Increases sweetness and shelf life in processed foods
Waters containing High-fructose corn syrup
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