It turns out, we really are what we eat and researchers now can tell how much of certain kinds of food you're eating, just by looking at a strand of hair. And if we really are what we eat, then according to this article from CNN, we're mostly corn and soybeans. High fructose corn syrup and soybean oil have made their way into nearly every type of processed food we eat. Because the American diet is so heavily reliant on processed foods, we're getting a high percentage of our calories from soy and corn.

While on their own, those two food products aren't bad for you, the way they are processed is, and high fructose corn syrup and soybean oil are thought to be part of the obesity problem in our country. The answer? Adding more fresh, whole foods to your diet like fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins. When you do eat a processed food item, aim for products with less than five ingredients and make sure HFCS and soybean oil aren't on the list. Even your favorite loaf of bread may have them, so look past the claims made on the front of the package and read the fine print.

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