High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a sweetener derived from corn starch that is commonly used in processed foods and beverages. HFCS is used as a substitute for sucrose (table sugar) because it is cheaper and easier to handle in food production. It is commonly found in soft drinks, sweetened juices, baked goods, and many other processed foods.The consumption of excessive fructose (much of this being from high fructose corn syrup) has been linked with -Elevated triglyceridesIncreased LDL (bad cho