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high-fructose corn syrup 55

Also listed as: HFCS-55, HFCS 55

High Concern

High-fructose corn syrup 55 is a concentrated liquid sweetener. Excessive consumption is strongly linked to obesity, metabolic syndrome, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and type 2 diabetes.

Recommended safe frequency
dailyAvoid daily intake to reduce risks of metabolic dysfunction and fatty liver.
weeklyMinimize consumption in processed foods and beverages.
monthlySafe in small, occasional quantities.
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • Sugarshigh
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Metabolic / Pancreas
  • Liver
  • Heart / Cardiovascular
Regulatory status
  • FDAApproved for food use as a sweetener, classified as GRAS.
  • EFSARecognized as safe but recommended to restrict consumption due to systemic health risks.

PubMed References

Primary Research

The dose-response effects of consuming high fructose corn syrup-sweetened beverages on hepatic lipid content and insulin sensitivity in young adults(2022)

PubMed (PMID 35458210)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is high-fructose corn syrup 55 bad for you?

High-fructose corn syrup 55 is a concentrated liquid sweetener. Excessive consumption is strongly linked to obesity, metabolic syndrome, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and type 2 diabetes.

What does high-fructose corn syrup 55 do to your body?

high-fructose corn syrup 55 primarily affects: Metabolic / Pancreas, Liver, Heart / Cardiovascular.

How often is it safe to consume high-fructose corn syrup 55?

Daily: Avoid daily intake to reduce risks of metabolic dysfunction and fatty liver.. Weekly: Minimize consumption in processed foods and beverages.. Monthly: Safe in small, occasional quantities..

What products contain high-fructose corn syrup 55?

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