Xylitol Health Benefits and Potential Side Effects

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By Timberlake Dental curated from yourdentistryguide.com

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“Xylitol, a naturally occurring sugar alcohol used worldwide as a low-calorie sweetener, is clinically proven to reduce cavities and help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

Xylitol is found in fibrous vegetables and fruits, corn cobs and hardwood trees (like birch). Our bodies make up to 15 grams (four teaspoons) of xylitol daily. It looks, feels and tastes like ordinary sugar (sucrose), but has 40 percent fewer calories and 75 percent fewer carbohydrates than sugar. Additionally, xylitol is not easily converted to fat and has almost no effect on insulin levels, making it a great alternative for diabetics, bodybuilders and dieters. Xylitol also is considered safe for pregnant and nursing women, babies and children.”

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Commentary:

Xylitol, as stated in the article, is very good when it comes to keeping your teeth healthy. Xylitol is in gum, so chewing sugar free gum can also help your oral health in many ways.

 

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