Tag: Nutrition in japan

While the world's longest life expectancy is often attributed to the Japanese diet, many are curious about the mechanics behind their habits. So, how many times do Japanese eat per day, and what does this meal pattern look like? For most, it's a consistent three meals daily, though the composition and approach differ significantly from Western eating.

While corn syrup is widely known in Western food culture, many are surprised to learn that a Japanese scientist first developed the technology for High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) in the 1960s. Yes, they do use corn syrup in Japan, though its role and prevalence differ significantly from its use in the United States and other countries. Known locally as isomerized sugar or *iseika-tō* (異性化糖), it exists alongside a rich history of other traditional and natural sweeteners.