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Xylitol & Dental Health
When combined with proper oral hygiene and regular dental care, the use of Xylitol products can help to prevent cavities and gum inflammation.
Studies have repeatedly shown that the incorporation of Xylitol-rich products into your routine, supplying 8-10grms of Xylitol daily has substantial oral health benefits. Daily use has shown to reduce the occurrence of plaque, cavities, and improve overall health.
What is Xylitol?
Xylitol was discovered to have cavity fighting properties in the 1940's when, due to sugar shortages in Europe, the Scandinavian countries began to use Xylitol as a sugar substitute. By the 1950's, children in these countries where
Observed to have few cavities than children in countries using sugar. Today, Finland leads the world in overall dental health as they continue to depend upon Xylitol as a healthful alternative to sugar.
Xylitol is a natural sugar derived most commonly from corncobs, corn stalks, and birch trees. This sugar is unique, however, in that it only contains 5 atoms per molecule instead of the 6 found in common sugar.
This molecular difference is the key to Xylitol's anti-bacterial properties. When exposed to this 5-carbon sugar, bacteria in the mouth lose their abilities to adhere to the surface of the teeth. Tooth-destroying acids are reduced, and plaque is more easily brushed and rinsed out of the mouth.
The result is a healthier smile, fresher breath, and fewer cavities. Clinical studies show that the use of Xylitol in toothpaste, gum and candy can reduce cavity-causing effects in the mouth up to 80%!
The Medical Benefits for Diabetics-
The control of blood sugar is essential to the management of diabetes. As a sugar substitute, Xylitol can be helpful in the control of blood sugar glucose levels. The human body does not metabolize the Xylitol molecule the way it does common sugar. It is slowly absorbed, so the rise in blood sugar and the resulting insulin response- is significantly reduced. For example, common sugar has a glycemic index of 100, while Xylitol's glycemic index is only 7. The lowered impact on glucose levels means that diabetics need not to forego the pleasures of sweet, sugar like taste.*
To find out more about Xylitol in Spry products, visit www.xclearinc.com. Try Spry Dental Defense System. You'll love the great taste, and you'll be glad knowing that your teeth and gums are growing stronger and healthier as you do. Spry products are available in our office or online.
* Diabetics should consult their physician prior to making any significant changes in their diets.
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