New Controversy over HFCS - Mercury Contamination
High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS for short) is a beleaguered topic these days. So much so, that they launched a laughable ad campaign (actually, I personally feel it's insulting to all viewers - there is valid debate over the topic, regardless of where you net out on it.) I personally am not sure if I think HFCS is THE culprit - instead, I believe that a dismal standard on food quality in this country is really our problem (can you shop without buying food in wrappers? I didn't think so.) Processed food is killing us - and HFCS is simply a processed sugar. I found the NutritionDiva's take on the topic pretty interesting.
Regardless of that debate, there was a new study released this week that found that almost half of all HFCS samples tested contained mercury, a toxic heavy metal that can wreak havoc on the body. Just one more reason to read your labels, eat high-quality whole foods, and steer clear of HFCS.