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Sugar Substitute
Sugar is one of the most overused substances in the Western world. It is found in desserts, cereals, salad dressings, tomato sauce, relishes, gum, sweets and the list goes on. Too much sugar can cause anxiety, excessive weight gain, and a myriad other problems. There are however, a variety of sugar substitutes that can give you that sweet buzz without all the negative side effects of sugar.
Using a sugar substitute is an easy way to cut back on calories and still feed that sweet tooth. People looking to cut back on sugar have traditionally turned to artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame. Unfortunately, these sugar substitutes cannot be used for many of the same applications (such as baking) and have a completely different taste and texture.
Conversely, xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar substitute that is crystalline in form and looks and tastes like sugar. Xylitol is derived from natural food sources, and is actually produced by the human body during normal everyday metabolism. Found mostly in fruits and vegetables, xylitol is perfectly safe for human consumption and has been given the FDA's safest rating as a food additive. Because xylitol is absorbed slowly and only partially utilised by the body, it contains 40% less calories than sugar, about 2.4 calories per gram. Xylitol serves as a popular sugar substitute for diabetics and people with hypoglycaemia. It has an extremely low Glycaemic Index (7) and has little effect on blood sugar levels. Xylitol is a great sugar substitute for net carb counters and that low carb diet.
In addition, over 2 decades of clinical studies and use confirm that xylitol is effective in reducing dental decay and bacterial growth. Sugar-free chewing gums and sweets made with xylitol have received official endorsements from six national dental associations. Xylitol has also been found to have other substantial health benefits and serves as a defence against sinus, ear, and upper respiratory infections. Xylitol is recommended by dentists, medical doctors, periodontists, paediatricians and other healthcare professions and organisations world-wide.
Xlear Inc. manufactures a variety of natural, health-enhancing products based on pure xylitol. 100% pure pharmaceutical grade xylitol sweetener, Xylosweet, is a great alternative to sugar and can actually reduce the development of dental cavities in your mouth. Spry Dental Defense System products are sugar-free and help you maintain good dental hygiene. Xlear Nasal Spray flushes away pollutants, allergens, and infections in nasal passages that can lead to ear and sinus infections. Regular use of Xlear Nasal Spray, the Spry Dental Defense System and Xylosweet products can dramatically enhance your life and health.
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