Monday, September 13, 2010

a sweetner that reduces cavities!!

Wouldn't it be great if there was a product that dentists could recommend that would be sweet and delicious and prevent tooth decay? Well there is a natural product called xylitol that is both safe and effective. Xylitol is a sugar alchohol found in birch trees, yellow plums, strawberrieis, raspberries and in other fruits and veggies. Our livers even produce it . As an additive to sweeten candy , gum, and other foods xylitol not only does not cause cavities, it actually helps to prevent them. So look for gum, lollipops, and other sweet food items to see those that are made with xylitol. It is diabetic friendly and low in calories.