'Cane Sugar' vs High Fructose Corn Syrup
The Brian Lehrer Show
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The Sweet Shift: High Fructose Corn Syrup in America
This chapter investigates the rise of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) in the U.S. food industry, highlighting its appeal as a cheaper alternative to cane sugar. It also examines its contribution to the proliferation of ultra-processed foods, the inefficiencies of corn production, and the environmental implications tied to agricultural subsidies.
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