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2 unusual facts about Corn syrup


Brad Sykes

Growing up in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Sykes made eight features on video (many of which involved Karo syrup, red food coloring and "stunts" of dubious safety) while still in high school.

Corn syrup

Glucoamylase is secreted by various species of the fungus Aspergillus; the enzyme is isolated from the liquid in which the fungus is grown.


Dubble Bubble

The main ingredients in Dubble Bubble gum are Sugar, Dextrose, Corn Syrup, Gum Base, Tapioca Dextrin, Titanium Dioxide, Confectioner's Glaze, Carnauba Wax, Corn Starch, Artificial Flavors, Artificial Colors, (FD&C Red 40, Blue 1, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 3), BHT (to maintain freshness), Milk and Soy.


see also

Coke 2

Coca-Cola C2, a low-calorie version of Coca-Cola introduced in 2004 using high fructose corn syrup and artificial sweeteners