Table 1 Net Growth in Persons Diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, CA Per Capita Consumption of High Fructose Corn Syrup, US, 1987-2006
From: Mercury exposure, nutritional deficiencies and metabolic disruptions may affect learning in children
Year | % Growth Autism | Per Capita Consumption HFCS, lb/yr |
|---|---|---|
1987 | 9.0 | 34.0 |
1988 | 10.8 | 34.9 |
1989 | 11.3 | 34.3 |
1990 | 10.9 | 35.3 |
1991 | 10.4 | 35.8 |
1992 | 8.5 | 36.9 |
1993 | 12.9 | 38.8 |
1994 | 13.5 | 40.0 |
1995 | 13.4 | 41.0 |
1996 | 16.8 | 41.1 |
1997 | 17.2 | 43.0 |
1998 | 17.2 | 44.1 |
1999 | 16.2 | 45.4 |
2000 | 18.3 | 44.6 |
2001 | 19.6 | 44.6 |
2002 | 19.4 | 44.8 |
2003 | 13.5 | 43.4 |
2004 | 12.1 | 42.7 |
2005 | 10.6 | 42.2 |
2006 | 11.8 | 41.5 |