Is American corn good for health? Exploring the nutritional benefits and risks
                                
                                
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                                Over 90% of field corn grown in the U.S. is genetically engineered, though most sweet corn for direct human consumption is not. This raises the critical question for many consumers: is American corn good for health? The answer is nuanced, depending heavily on the type and how it is processed and prepared.