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Kennedy, for example, has been hostile in his writings and speeches to high-fructose corn syrup and pork factory farms.

Unlike their processed counterparts, UPFs are high in high-fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, synthetic preservatives, artificial flavors, emulsifiers and other additives not found in raw, whole foods.

These foods don’t resemble their raw ingredients and are typically high in high-fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, synthetic preservatives, artificial flavors, emulsifiers and other additives not found in raw, whole foods.

Sugar also still accounts for 80% of global sweetener use, holding up against competition from substitutes like high-fructose corn syrup, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

And even in places like the U.S., there is still a strong need for sugar as many customers prefer it over alternatives like high-fructose corn syrup, said Plinio Nastari, founder of Brazilian consulting firm Datagro.