Xylitol - Gluten free Products, Sugar replacement, Toothpaste and Gum at Available at Access Dental

Paula from Nelson South

Xylitol... Ideal for diabetics, celiac sufferers. Gluten-free. Great value for money. Xylitol is a false sugar, that the bacteria in your mouth eat. This reduces the bad bacteria in your mouth with causes tooth decay. Products in stock now.

What is xylitol?
Many people ask, “What is xylitol?” To put it simply, xylitol is a natural sweetener with many other health benefits. Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that has a crystalline, granular structure with a sweetness comparable to sugar. It naturally occurs in many fruits and vegetables and is produced by the human body. The word xylitol comes from the Greek roots xylo- which means “wood” and “–itol” signifying sugar alcohols.
What is xylitol sourced from?

Xylitol is generally sourced from corncobs or birch trees. Many people prefer xylitol from corn because it is more sustainable in terms of the space it takes to grow and the time until harvest. This makes it more cost-effective to produce and environmentally friendly. There is no need to source from birch trees as the corn is already grown for food, and what was once thought of as waste, the cob, can now be useful.