QuestionIs there a big difference between "corn syrup" and "high fructose corn syrup" as additives in certain foods? I shop at Trader Joes in L.A. and always thought they were health-conscious but recently I noticed some items,such as blueberry jam, contain corn syrup. Certain chocolate products also. In Ralph's,Vons, etc. it seems that they often carry products containing "high fructose corn syrup." Is there a difference? Thanks.
AnswerYes, there is a difference. "High fructose corn syrup" is much more refined and processed. BOTH, however, are bad for you, but HFCS is really, really bad for you.
I can't tell you the EXACT chemical difference, but I know to stay away from both of them. For sweeteners, I usually use Equal or Splenda. If I absolutely HAVE to have a sugar, I go with cane sugar.
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