high-fructose corn syrup has a carbohydrate make-up similar to that of white table sugar. it is used to sweeten many prepared and commercial foods. eating too many of these foods with high-fructose corn syrup as well as other calorie-containing ingredients increase caloric intake and will cause weight gain in some people. excess weight along with other risk factors can cause type 2 diabetes. to avoid eating high-fructose corn syrup check the ingredients to see whether a food contains it. high-fructose corn syrup may be found in: o regular soda o candy o frozen pops o pancake syrup o sweetened cereals o fruits-flavored yogurt o pasta sauces o ketchup
what is high fructose corn syrup and how does it affect diabetes?