How High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contributes to Iron Overload and a Low Metabolism
High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is one of the many silent villains lurking in our foods.
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Not only is it poorly processed, making it mostly starch INSTEAD of fructose, it contributes to iron overload.
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Almost all - if not all - of it is made from GMO corn. GMOs don’t have copper in them. Copper is what keeps iron in check.
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🚧HFCS blocks essential copper proteins from working correctly in the body.
↗️HFCS causes iron accumulation in the tissue and organs, especially the liver, and can lead to things like fatty liver disease.
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A PSA: just because HFCS causes iron overload, does not mean fructose does - they’re very different. Fructose from fruits can actually be amazing for our metabolism and overall health.
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We live in a very complex world now, so nuances matter. Some food for thought.
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This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before pursuing any changes to your personal healthcare regime.
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References
Lowe, D. (2008). Fructose in the Brain?. Retrieved from: https://blogs.sciencemag.org/pipeline/archives/2008/10/31/fructose_in_the_brain.
MitoLife Radio. (2020). Two Thirds of Americans Have Liver Damage with Georgi Dinkov. Retrieved from: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-thirds-americans-have-liver-damage-georgi-dinkov/id1454068609?i=1000479790976.
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