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The Rise of High Fructose Corn Syrup and Its Impact on Food
This chapter explores the production process and widespread adoption of high fructose corn syrup as a popular sweetener. It examines the economic factors that fueled its popularity since the 1980s and its impact on the food industry, especially in relation to ultra-processed foods.
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