High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) gunks up our mitochondria, which are responsible for making energy. It also interferes with the hormone leptin, which fools our body into thinking we are always hungry. It is hard to maintain a healthy weight if leptin is screwed up or high fructose corn syrup is a part of your diet.

Although I am not a fan of soda, many people have a tough time eliminating soft drinks from their diet completely. For these folks, a few healthier options are available.

1. Soda bought in ethnic stores (Mexican food markets, etc) may not have HFCS because it is not approved for consumption in most other countries
2. Snapple natural is another beverage that has replaced HFCS with sugar
3. Red Bull just came out with a natural cola product that has no HFCS or phosphoric acid
4. Natural health food stores sell soda made with cane sugar rather than HFCS

Remember to check the ingredients of any processed foods and choose a brand free of HFCS. Think ketchup and salad dressings for starters. Annies' makes a great ketchup and is available in natural food stores and some large chains.

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