Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener. It is a colorless or white solid that is soluble in water. The compound has attracted popular attention because evidence suggests that it reduces the incidence of cavities. Small amounts of xylitol occur naturally in some fruits.
One gram of xylitol contains 2.43 kilocalories (10.2 kilojoules), which is about 63% as much as one gram of sugar, which has 3.87 kcal (16.2 kJ). Xylitol has virtually no aftertaste, and is advertised as "safe for diabetics and individuals with hyperglycemia." Xylitol's lower effect on blood sugar is a function of its glycemic index (GI); xylitol's GI is 7, compared to 100 for glucose.
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Function:
1. Tooth-friendly.
2. It has proven beneficial for people suffering from metabolic syndrome, a common disorder that includes insulin resistance, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and an increased risk for blood clots.
3. Source of energy.
4. Xylitol chewing gum appears to decrease rates of acute otitis media.
Application:
1. Chewing gum & tablet
2. Confectionary
3. Table Sugar
4. Beverage
5. Oral hygiene products
6. Daily Care
7. Pharmaceutical