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A member asked:
Is xylitol a natural substance? i see it as an ingredient on some foods and am wondering if it is natural/safe. thanks
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Natural: It is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in some plants in small amounts. It is generally manufactured to use as a sweetener. It has some beneficial effects when used in place of other sugars in sweets and chewing gum, and has been shown to reduce cavities in several studies.
Answered 9/18/2014
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