Xylitol

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Description

Xylitol is a type of 5-Carbon Sugar Alcohol (Polyhydric Alcohol).  Unlike most Carbohydrates, Xylitol does not increase Blood Sugar levels.

 

Health Benefits of Xylitol

Ears/Hearing

 Xylitol may help to prevent (acute) Otitis Media (by inhibiting the growth of Streptococcus pneumoniae, one of the Detrimental Bacteria that causes Otitis Media).  [1]

 

Immune System

 Xylitol may suppress Helicobacter pylori.  [2]

 Xylitol may suppress Streptococcus mutans.  [3]

 Xylitol may suppress Streptococcus pneumoniae.  [4]

 

Metabolism

 Xylitol may enhance the process of and may thereby facilitate weight loss in Obesity patients.  [5]

 

Musculoskeletal System

 Xylitol may help to maintain Bone density and thereby helps to prevent Osteoporosis.  [6]

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