The Corn Conundrum: Processed Foods and Their Implications

This chapter explores the complexities and misconceptions of ultra-processed foods, focusing on the role of corn as a staple ingredient. It discusses the impact of government subsidies on corn farming and how this affects the broader food chain, leading to widespread consumption through various meat products. The narrative also highlights the journey of corn in the production of high fructose corn syrup, examining its industrial uses versus nutritional effects on human health.