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How is high-fructose corn syrup used in vegan food?

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Exactly what is HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup)?. It is a sweetener that comes from corn that has been refined for meal, oil, and syrup. High fructose corn syrup is used in almost every processed food on the market, and helps to preserve foods. Doesn't sound that bad, right? Well, on paper, it isn't that bad. read more

Well, on paper, it isn't that bad. It's cheaper than sugar, has about the same number of calories, and allows food to sit on the shelf for longer because it doesn't absorb moisture like real sugar. read more

Vegan food is just any food without animal products. Given this, plenty of regular junk food is vegan. This junk food that just so happens to be vegan will sometimes use high-fructose corn syrup. read more

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a sweetener made from corn starch. It has a similar chemical composition and effect on the body as table sugar. HFCS is commonly used because it's very cheap, particularly in the US. While many people say HFCS is worse than sugar, there is currently no evidence to suggest that one is worse than the other. read more

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