November 1/washington/Qatar News Agency -- U.S. research showed that fructose abuse may increase the risk of blood pressure.
High-fructose corn syrup is found in many processed foods and beverages. Americans consume 30%more fructose now than 20 years ago, and researchers have linked higher fructose consumption to the growing obesity epidemic. However, scientists were not sure if a connection existed between fructose consumption and high blood pressure.