Scientists have revealed new potential risks related to the use of high-fructose corn syrup. A study on young female spray rats showed that regular use of HFCs-sweet water increases the adrenal mass, a sign of chronic stress, as it prolongs the menstrual dysfunction. The work was published in the Nutritional Neuroscience (Nutneuroscience) magazine.
High fructose corn syrup is one of the most common sweeteners used in carbonated drinks, sauces, cookies and other processed foods. Its broad use is related to the increase in sugar consumption. Many studies have shown that excessive use of products contributes to obesity, insulin resistance, fatty liver disease and risk of cardiovascular disease.
During the new experience, the rats have received different types of sugars, fructose, sugar, or syrup with different types of sugars. Animals used corn syrups have drunk more fluids, eating less food, but the most significant changes in the stress system and brain activities have shown.
The analysis of genes in the hypothalamus has shown changes to the activities of the Sleep-Awakening Cycle, as well as the activity of Engrailed-2 gene, which is associated with the risk of developing autism spectrum disorders.
The authors emphasize that the data shows that the use of a large amount of high fructose corn syrup can adversely affect the activities of the nervous system, including stress mechanisms and brain development.
Translation of: Euromedia24.com
