Corn syrup

“The US Department of Agriculture estimates that 90 percent of US soybeans, sugar beets, and corn is genetically modified, and food ingredients made from those crops—such as high fructose corn syrup, dextrose, soy lecithin, and corn starch—are found in most processed and packaged foods, sodas, and cereals. Corn is also a staple for animal feed, so most US-grown meat is raised on a diet of genetically modified grain as well. By many estimates, 80 percent…

drinks weakens the enamel in the teeth and causes tooth decay. In addition to the decay, the color of the drink can leave stains. Some foods and liquids contain vinegar which is made from corn and diluted with water to 4% acidity. A dark soda may be made up of carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, natural flavors, caffeine, and phosphoric acid, The color of the soda varies depending on which one you select. Coffee and tea are more natural and are made from beans…

injected GM ingredients into the rats and soon they were riddled with tumors. “The GMOs found in today’s food can also be found in cleaners and other hazardous materials. Consumption of High Fructose Corn Syrup in the U.S. has grown to 60 Pounds per person per year. This is roughly 5.3 gallons of syrup per person” (Genetically Modified Organisms”). GMOs greatly affect the organs of the human body which will lead to organ failure and other complications later in…

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When we first were signing up to choose our topics, I chose baking because I like to simply bake. I thought that there could be some chemistry involved due to heat in the oven changing food from liquid to solid. I was so wrong. Even though the oven and heat portion plays a major factor, a good portion of the real chemistry lies in the ingredients we use to make such delicious dessert treats and our different breads. From the ten different sources I looked up previously, for the Annotated…

There are thousands and thousands of individuals whom are struggling throughout this world, in the United States who has a sugar addiction. Sugar (sucrose) is a leading cause of numbers of health related problems. Some health related problems due to sugar (sucrose) would be things such as diabetes, osteoporosis, and even obesity. First of all, sucrose also known as sugar but also is known as common table sugar which is a molecule composed of two monosaccharides glucose and fructose. Sucrose is…

also use soft lobbying techniques. For example, in 2014 the “Citizens for Health” association pushed the FDA to enforce labelling of beverages containing high fructose corn syrup. Unbeknownst to most, the society received much of it’s financial support from corporations within the sugar industry, who are competitors of corn syrup products. When corporations are able to push legislation onto the government, whether good or bad, this is a huge influence on state…

Do you own a dog or a cat? Or maybe a chicken or a monkey? If you do you’d be surprised to know that people all over the country are arguing that animals deserve rights. Animals are always being treated inhumanly and people want a stop to it. PETA, a big organization for ethical treatment of animals is trying to put a stop to the abuse of animals. The question is do you think animals need a “Bill of Rights”? I think some animals deserve some kind or law that lets them enjoy their lives without…

to look and feel perfect, yet there are many risks that come along with it. While they may look pretty, genetically modified organisms carry major health risks, have harsh impact on the environment, and have significant impact in the production of corn which is one of America’s unhealthiest crops. Therefore, GMO production in the United States should be banned. Primarily, it is important to understand why and…

Making information about food widely available would pose a threat to food and pharmaceutical industries. Even vital information seems to be avoided. As a matter of fact, several studies have shown the relationship between dietary habits and the development of diseases. In the book The China Study, T. Colin Campbell explains how changing our diet can be the key to vanquish serious illnesses such as cancer. His studies show that regions where the consumption of animal based food were low or…