Xylitol has been put on a pedestal. It is claimed to prevent tooth decay. It is said to be safe for diabetics. It is in everything from sugar-free chewing gum, candy and jams to breath sprays and toothpaste.
Touted as being natural, from birch bark, the xylitol on the market is really an industrial product, manufactured through a chemical process.
As an additive, xylitol has been shown to cause gastrointestinal distress, including gas, bloating and diarrhea. It has caused cancer in lab animals in high doses. It can cause weakness and seizures in pets.
Furthermore, no safety testing has been with children. The levels that can cause adverse effects with children are UNKNOWN!
This is just one additive of the many thousands of chemicals added to our food. Learn more about food additives and how they can affect your health.
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