More on Xylitol (Low Glycemic Sweetener)

[liveonearth]

Here's it's chemical structure:


And here's a very informative article:
http://www.uniquesweet.com/673.asp?c=1177469896781&k=/717.asp&m=/&p=no&s=0

Unfortunately, it doesn't taste anywhere near as good as honey. I missed the flavor of honey in my mate tea blends, and started using it again. My tooth pain has subsided after just a week of no sugar and increasing my frequency of using a fluoride mouth rinse.

Comments

[hausfrauatu.livejournal.com]

There is a brand called "Spry" that you can get at places where natural foods are sold. Gum brands vary in the amount of Xylitol that they contain. Spry has a lot.

There are several brands that have Xylitol. Just check the label.

My youngest has been ordered to chew twice a day, because she has some small spots on her teeth. It has been proven to stop tooth decay, but if they make the claim, it would have to be approved as a drug, which is too much of a pain.

Can I friend you? I have seen your stuff on b_vanamoinen's page. Yum! Sciencey!

[liveonearth.livejournal.com]

Thanks, I appreciate the comment. SPRY--I will look for it. Oh yes, you can friend me. Let me check you out, are you sciencey too?