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Xylitol

Sugars / Sugars and their derivatives

Botanical Name or Chemical Name: 1,2,3,4,5-Pentahydroxy pentane

Description: Xylitol is a white crystalline sugar alcohol sweetener found in some fruits and berries. It contains 40% less calorie than sugar and is a popular sweetener for the diabetic diet.

Oral Uses

  • Diabetes type II RatingRating

    Xylitol regulates blood sugar level and reduces insulin levels of the body. In diet, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

  • Osteoporosis prevention RatingRating

    Xylitol helps to increase bone density and reduces osteoporosis risk. In diet, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

  • Polycystic ovary syndrome RatingRating

    Xylitol regulates blood sugar level and reduces insulin levels of the body. In diet, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

  • Supplements to help lose weight RatingRating

    Xylitol contains 40% less calorie than regular sugar; it helps to lose weight. In diet, to reduce your calorie intake, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

  • Syndrome X RatingRating

    Xylitol reduces insulin resistance. In diet, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

  • Candidiasis Rating

    Xylitol inhibits candida yeast growth. In diet, replace regular sugar with xylitol for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Dental caries prevention RatingRatingRatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth and reduces dental carries formation. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Otitis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; fights infection; used for prevention and treatment. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Dental plaque prevention RatingRatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth and reduces dental plaque formation. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Ear wax and ear cleaning RatingRating

    Xylitol helps to dispose of ear wax. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • General respiratory infections RatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; fights infection; used for prevention and treatment of upper respiratory infections. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Gingivitis RatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; fights infection; accelerates tissue repair; used for prevention and treatment. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months

  • Sinusitis RatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; fights infection; used for prevention and treatment. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Anti-infectious RatingRatingRating

    Xylitol is an anti-infectious; fights infection. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRatingRating

    Xylitol is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing chewing gum or other forms of xylitol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Use 4-10 g of xylitol containing topical preparations daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested. Xylitol is safe for pregnant and nursing women. Overdoses may produce mild diarrhea.

Available Forms

Xylitol is available in toothpastes, chewing gums, lozenges, candies and pure powder form.

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