Xylitol Info

Xylitol FAQs

What is xylitol?

Xylitol is a natural compound that looks and tastes just like sugar. In fact, we digest xylitol found in plums, strawberries, raspberries and other fruits and vegetables daily. Our bodies actually produce about 15 grams of xylitol each day as part of normal metabolism.

Where does xylitol come from?

Xylitol occurs naturally in many fruits and vegetables. It was first discovered in the bark of birch trees by German chemists in the late 19th century.

Why use xylitol gum?

Dentists recommend xylitol gum because it has been clinically proven to reduce the risk of cavities. Xylitol works against bacteria and helps to make plaque less adhesive, and this helps to make the plaque easy to remove with brushing.

Are there artificial sweeteners such as Aspartame in XyloDent?

No, XyloDent is 100% sweetened with cavity fighting xylitol. In fact, when xylitol is combined with other sweeteners its health benefits are greatly diminished. So we keep it pure and simple.

Is Xylitol Safe for Diabetics?

Yes. Xylitol has a low glycemic index of 11, and does not cause spikes in blood sugar or dramatic changes in insulin production. Additionally, Xylitol has 40% fewer calories than sugar, making it a healthy choice for your waistline too.

Xylitol has been the subject ov numberous clinical studies. To learn more, visit www.XylitolStudies.com.

What is the suggested amoutn of xylitol per day?

Dentists recommend a dose of 4-10 grams daily to protect teeth from cavities.

Very few people ever experience side effects from using xylitol. It’s recommended to try the recommended dosage to give your body time to acclimatize before using higher dosages of xylitol. At high dosages (45 grams per day in children and 100 grams per day in adults) xylitol can cause diarrhea.

Health Benefits

Xylitol has been shown in numerous clinical studies to provide a variety of health benefits if used regularly.

Xylitol Helps Prevent Cavities

Xylitol is known for its cavity fighting abilities because it inhibits the growth of a bacteria known as Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria responsible for cavities. With regular use at the recommended dosage of 4-10 grams per day, chewing xylitol gum helps to prevent oral cavities and also helps make plaque less sticky and easier to remove with regular brushing. Xylitol is recommended by dentists, medical doctors, periodontists and pediatricians to promote dental health and reduce consumption of sugar.

Xylitol Helps to Prevent Ear Infection

Many parents mystified as to the cause of frequent ear infections in children may be pleased to discover xylitol, which has been shown in clinical studies to inhibit the growth of Streptococcus pneumoniae, a bacteria that causes ear infections. Streptococcus pneumonia is related to Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria that causes cavities.

Xylitol Helps to Prevent Respitory Infection

Another known benefit of xylitol is its ability to help prevent respiratory infections. For example, one double blind study showed a 30% decrease in respiratory infections in school age children who regularly used xylitol products.

Xylitol is a Safe Sugar Substitute for Diabetics

If you are diabetic, you know that the choices for sugar free products are typically limited to items containing Aspartame and other artificial sweeteners associated with health risks. XyloDent, made with all natural xylitol, is different. Xylitol is a natural sweetener found in fruits and vegetables that has a low glycemic index and does not cause fluctuations in insulin production. Additionally, xylitol has 40% fewer calories than sugar.

And xylitol looks and tastes just like sugar, without the overly sweet after taste of Aspartame.

For more information on the broad range of health benefits from xylitol, see www.xylitolstudies.com.

Nutritional Information

Ingredients
Xylitol, Gum Base, Natural Flavors, Gum Arabic, Glycerin, Sodium Bicarbonate, Soy Lecithin, Titanium Dioxide, Carnuba Wax.

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