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XilitolNombre (IUPAC) sistemático

(2R, 3R, 4S)-Pentano-1,2,3,4,5-pentol[1]

General

Fórmula molecular C5H12O5Identificadores

Número CAS [87-99-0 [87-99-0]]Propiedades físicas

Estado de agregación Sólido

Densidad 1.52 kg/m 3 ; 0,00152 g/cm 3 Masa molar 152,15 g/molPunto de fusión K (92 °C)Punto de ebullición K (216 °C)

Propiedades químicas

Peligrosidad

Punto de inflamabilidad 138 K (-135 °C)

Temperatura de autoignición 788 K (515 °C)

Límites de explosividad 3-12,5%

Riesgos

Ingestión Náusea, vómitos, hemorragias internas.

Inhalación

Incremento en la frecuencia cardíaca y de respiración. Dolores de cabeza, cambio de humor, confusión. Peligro, riesgo de arresto cardíaco en casos severos.

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PielDaño debido a la exposición del líquido criogénico.

Valores en el SI y en condiciones normales(0 °C y 1 atm), salvo que se indique lo contrario.

Exenciones y referencias

El xilitol es un alcohol de azúcar, de 5 C, obtenido por la reducción del azúcar xilosa.El xilitol se obtiene comercialmente de la madera de abedul. Posee el mismo valor energético que la sacarosa y por lo tanto no tiene uso como un sustituto de la sacarosa para los que desean reducir su peso. No es fermentado en ácidos por las bacterias presentes en la boca y por tanto, a diferencia de la sacarosa, no es cariogénico.

El xilitol se utiliza también como un sustituto de la sacarosa en los alimentos para diabéticos debido a que no se requiere de insulina para su metabolismo.

Posee aproximadamente el mismo valor de dulzura relativa con respecto a la sacarosa, por lo que no representa una mejora en cuanto a edulcorante se refiere.

Es muy popular en Finlandia. Virtualmente, todo chicle vendido en Finlandia y en el resto de Europa es endulzado con xilitol. La anterior compañía española, ahora italiana, Chupa Chups produce una pastilla para el aliento basada en el xilitol, trident, que se comercializa en el mundo entero.

Un consumo excesivo puede tener efectos laxantes. En los humanos no se conoce toxicidad; y, se sabe de personas que han consumido tanto como 400 g diariamente durante largos períodos sin aparentes efectos morbosos.[2]

En algunos animales, la ingesta de xilitol puede causar serios problemas. Los perros que hayan ingerido productos endulzados con xilitol pueden sufrir una bajada de azúcar en la sangre: hipoglucemia, pudiéndose producir pérdida de coordinación, depresión, colapso o accesos 30 minutos después de la toma. Reduce la Candida albicans en los humanos.

Notas y referencias1. ↑ MSDS for xylitol 2. ↑ Tolerancia a largo plazo de humanos sanos sujetos a dosis altas de xylitol y fructosa

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Int Z Vitam Ernahrungsforsch Beih. 1976;15:92-104.

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Long-term tolerance of healthy human subjects to high amounts of xylitol and fructose: general and biochemical findings.Mäkinen KK.

AbstractThree groups of volunteers, totalling 125, lived for two years on strict diets so that comparisons might be made with regard to the sweeteners: fructose (F), sucrose (S), and xylitol (X). The sizes of the test groups were: S, 35; F, 38; X, 52. The average monthly amounts of the sugars consumed in a varied assortment of foods were: S, 2.2 kg; F, 2.1 kg; X, 1.5 kg. The highest daily doses of fructose and xylitol were 200 - 400 g (maximum 430 g xylitol). Serum samples were analyzed for several chemical parameters. The dietary regimens did not result in clinically significant changes between the sugar groups. The ability of X to produce osmotic diarrhoea and flatulence was found to depend on the individual physiological responses of each volunteer. In many cases no symptoms were found although high amounts (200 - 400 g) of X were consumed. All pregnancies and deliveries in the F and X groups were normal. Practically all the volunteers accepted the F and X foods (almost 100 varities) and adhered to the dietary regimen for two years. This was due in the main to the fact that most F and X products were comparable to those containing sucrose.

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MeSH Terms:• Adult • Alkaline Phosphatase/blood • Amino Acids/blood • Amylases/metabolism • Ascorbic Acid/blood • Bilirubin/blood • Diarrhea/chemically induced • Dietary Carbohydrates • Dose-Response Relationship, Drug • Female • Finland • Flatulence/chemically induced • Fructose*/pharmacology • Humans • Immunoglobulins/metabolism • Infant, Newborn • Male • Pregnancy • Saliva/metabolism

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¿QUÉ ES EL XILITOL? Xilitol es un alcohol de azúcar natural que ayuda a prevenir las caries. Puede que reconozca otros alcoholes de azúcar los cuales se utilizan en productos sin azúcar tales como manitol y sorbitol. Xilitol es el alcohol de azúcar que muestra la mayor promesa en cuanto a la prevención de las caries. En cuanto a dulzura y volumen, es igual que el azúcar y su forma granular puede utilizarse de la misma manera que se utiliza el azúcar, incluyendo endulzar su cereal y para bebidas calientes y también para hornear (excepto en los casos que se requiere la azúcar para elevar la levadura).

¿Cómo previene las caries el xilitol?Xilitol inhibe el crecimiento de la bacteria que causa la caries dental. Esto lo logra debido a que esta bacteria (streptococcus mutans) no pude utilizar el xilitol para crecer. Con el uso del xilitol, a través del tiempo cambia la calidad de la bacteria en la boca y cada vez sobrevivirá menos bacteria del tipo que causa caries sobre las superficies de los dientes. Se forma menos placa y disminuye el nivel de ácidos que atacan las superficies de los dientes.

Estudios clínicos reflejan que el Streptococcus mutans es transmitido de los padres a los bebés recién nacidos, comenzando así el crecimiento de esta bacteria que causa caries en los niños. El uso periódico de xilitol por las madres ha demostrado reducir significativamente la transmisión de esta bacteria, resultando en menos caries para los niños.

¿Cuáles productos contienen Xilitol? y ¿Cómo puedo encontrarlos?Xilitol se encuentra frecuentemente en las gomas de mascar y en las mentas. Para saber si el producto contiene Xilitol, usted debe fijarse en la lista de ingredientes. Usualmente, para que el producto tenga el nivel de Xilitol que le ayudará a prevenir la caries dental, deberá ser el primer ingrediente en la lista de ingredientes. Las tiendas de productos naturales resultan un buen recurso para encontrar productos que contienen Xilitol. Además, varias compañías proveen productos de Xilitol a través de la Internet.

¿Con cuánta frecuencia debo usar Xilitol para que sea eficaz?Consumir goma de mascar o mentas con Xilitol de 3 a 5 veces al día, un consumo total de 5 gramos, se considera óptimo. Debido a que la frecuencia y duración de la exposición al Xilitol es importante, la goma de mascar debe masticarse aproximadamente 5 minutos y se debe permitir que las mentas se disuelvan en su boca. Según se metaboliza el xilitol en el intestino grueso, éste actúa similar a la fibra y las cantidades grandes pueden causar evacuación blanda o tener el efecto de un laxante. Sin embargo, las cantidades sugeridas para la reducción de caries son mucho menor que las cantidades típicamente necesarias par causar resultados indeseados.

¿Se ha evaluado Xilitol para garantizar su seguridad?El Xilitol ha sido aprobado para seguridad por un número de agencias, incluyendo la Administración de Drogas y Alimentos de los Estados Unidos, Comité Conjunto de Expertos en Aditivos de la Organización Mundial de la Salud y el Comité Científico Europeo sobre la Alimentación.

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Children's acceptance of milk with xylitol or sorbitol for dental caries prevention

BACKGROUND: Xylitol, a polyol sugar, has been shown to reduce dental caries when mixed with food or chewing gum. This study examines the taste acceptability of xylitol in milk as a first step toward measuring the effectiveness of xylitol in milk for the reduction of dental caries in a public health program. read more Complementary and alternative medicine in allergy, otitis media, and asthma

There is growing interest on the part of both patients and providers in the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies to treat allergy, otitis media, and asthma. Research efforts investigating CAM are increasing in frequency and quality. Studies suggest possible efficacy for some vitamin and mineral supplements for allergic diseases; results are less clear in asthmatic patients. read more Evaluation of the independent and combined effects of xylitol and polydextrose consumed as a snack on hunger and energy intake over 10 days

The study assessed the independent and combined effect of two specialty carbohydrates (polydextrose and xylitol) on appetite. Eight female and seven male lean volunteers were recruited from the University of Leeds campus. read more

Six-month polyol chewing-gum programme in kindergarten-age children: a feasibility study focusing on mutans streptococci and dental plaque

AIM: To investigate the use of polyol-containing chewing gums in a day-care centre (kindergarten) setting as a means to affect the growth of mutans streptococci and dental plaque.

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DESIGN: Over a period of six months, 123 five-year-old children chewed xylitol (X group), sorbitol (G group), or did not chew gum (C group). Consumption of xylitol, and sorbitol was 4.5 to 5.0 g per day and subjects consumed in five supervised daily chewing episodes four at the day-care centres and one at home. METHODS: Interproximal dental plaque was sampled at baseline and after six months for a laboratory study of mutans streptococci counts. The Quigley & Hein plaque index procedure was used. Interviews and questionnaires elucidated the acceptability of the programme. read more

The effect of "Oral Wet" for elderly people with xerostomia--the effect of oral rinse containing hialuronan

Japanese society is aging rapidly, and the number of elderly people is increasing, hence the number of elderly people who have some diseases or disorders is growing. Therefore, Japanese dentists have to cope with various oral symptoms along with aging. read more

The effect of a simultaneous dietary administration of xylitol and ethanol on bone resorption

Our previous studies have shown that dietary xylitol supplementation diminishes bone resorption in rats, as well as protects against ovariectomy-induced increase of bone resorption during experimental osteoporosis. Interestingly, ethanol, when given simultaneously with xylitol, is known to increase blood concentration of xylitol. read more

The polyols in pediatric dentistry: advantages of xylitol

Sugars ingested outside of meals play an important role in the etiology of caries. In this respect, sugar substitutes present a very interesting alternative. In addition to the recommendations and usual care to their patients, dental surgeons also have to inform them on a dietetic level. Chewing sugar-free chewing gum after any light meal when it is not followed by a brushing presents a real interest. read more Xylitol in the prevention of oral diseases

Special needs populations such as the mentally disabled or developmentally disabled present a unique challenge for the dental professionals providing dental treatment. Among those challenges is oral health promotion through primary prevention of dental caries and periodontal disease. read more

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Dental Benefits of Xylitol

The Xylitol difference for teethTooth decay happens when bacteria in your mouth consume the sugars we eat. When you eat food containing ordinary sugar (sucrose), it gives bacteria on your teeth energy, allowing them to multiply and start making acids that can eat away the enamel on the teeth. This "acid attack" causes tooth decay and cavities to begin to form.

Xylitol is a natural sweetener derived from the fibrous parts of plants. It does not break down like sugar and can help keep a neutral pH level in the mouth. Xylitol also prevents bacteria from sticking to the teeth. This is how it protects the teeth from tooth decay. With Xylitol, the acid attack that would otherwise last for over half an hour is stopped. Most people are not aware of this benefit because such a claim makes xylitol into a drug, crossing a boundary not allowed by the Food and Drug Administration.

Less bacteria, less acid – healthier teeth!Because the bacteria in the mouth that are causing cavities are unable to digest xylitol, their growth is greatly reduced. The number of acid-producing bacteria may fall as much as 90%. No acid is formed because the pH of saliva and plaque does not fall. After taking xylitol, the bacteria do not stick well on the surface of the teeth and as a result, the amount of plaque decreases.

Repairing damaged enamelResearch has shown that the use of xylitol also helps repair damage to the enamel. Saliva in itself protects the mouth and teeth. Stimulated saliva in particular contains all the components needed to repair early cavities. If sugar is only taken a couple of times a day, the saliva can do the job alone. But most people take sugar so often that the mouth's own defensive tools are not enough.

Saliva that has xylitol is more alkaline than saliva stimulated by other sugar products. After taking xylitol products, the concentration of basic amino acids and ammonia in saliva and plaque may rise, and plaque pH rises as well. When pH is above 7, calcium and phosphate salts in saliva start to move into those parts of enamel that are weak. Therefore, soft, calcium-deficient enamel sites begin to harden again.

While reversing a rising trend of negative health and high health-care costs won't happen overnight, improving your own health can begin sooner than later, and xylitol can have a significant influence on that trend.

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How to Use XylitolIt is not necessary to replace all sweeteners to get the dental benefits of xylitol. Look for xylitol sweetened products that encourage chewing or sucking to keep the xylitol in contact with your teeth. The best items use xylitol as the principal sweetener.

How much?Studies show that 4 to 12 grams of xylitol per day are very effective. It’s easy to keep track of your xylitol intake. The “all xylitol” mints and gums contain about one gram of xylitol in each piece. You could begin with as little as one piece four times a day for a total of four grams. It is not necessary to use more than 15 grams per day as higher intakes yield diminishing dental benefits.

How often?If used only occasionally or even as often as once a day, xylitol may NOT be effective, regardless of the amount. Use xylitol at least three, and preferably 5 times every day.

When should I use it?Use immediately after eating and clearing the mouth by swishing water, if possible. Between meals, replace ordinary chewing gum, breath mints, or breath spray with comparable xylitol products.

Why Use Xylitol?It’s effective.Studies using xylitol as either a sugar substitute or a small dietary addition have demonstrated a dramatic reduction in new tooth decay, along with arrest and even some reversal of existing dental caries. This xylitol effect is long-lasting and possibly permanent. Low decay rates persist even years after the trials have been completed.

It’s 100% natural.Xylitol is not an artificial substance, but a normal part of everyday metabolism. Xylitol is widely distributed throughout nature in small amounts.

It’s safe.In the amounts needed to prevent tooth decay (less than 15 grams per day), xylitol is safe for everyone. The World Health Organization has given xylitol its safest rating for food additives.

It’s convenient to use.Xylitol can be conveniently delivered to your teeth via chewing gum, tablets, or even candy. You don’t need to change your normal routine to make room for Xylitol.

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It tastes great!Xylitol is a health regimen that doesn’t require iron willpower or discipline. Xylitol tastes so good, using it becomes automatic, for both adults and children.

Strive For 51. Use Xylitol toothpaste, mouthwash, and nasal spray upon waking up

2. After breakfast use Xylitol gum, mints or candy

3. After lunch use Xylitol gum, mints or candy

4. After dinner use Xylitol gum, mints or candy

5. Use Xylitol toothpaste, mouthwash, and nasal spray upon going to bed

Because it can't be utilized by bacteria in the mouth xylitol doesn't promote tooth decay, dentists and nutritionists alike encourage the use of xylitol due to its unique and clinically proven dental benefits. Although it is classified as a carbohydrate, xylitol is slowly absorbed from the digestive tract, and does not cause rapid rises in blood glucose. In addition, the caloric impact of xylitol is typically about 40% lower than other carbohydrates, making it a healthy addition to any low-carb diet. - Dr. David W. Tanton; Ph.D. A Drug-Free Approach To Healthcare, Revised Edition

Information for Dental ProfessionalsDaily use of xylitol in dental has shown remarkable effectiveness. Xylitol's noncariogenic five-carbon structure keeps it from being metabolized by bacteria, stopping the production of tooth-decay causing acid. By chewing gum containing at least one gram of xylitol, bacteria is prevented from creating the acids that damage the teeth. Regular use of Xylitol gum prevents plaque from gaining hold on dental surfaces. Hence, it protects the mouth between brushing and flossing for both adults and children.

Xylitol enhances the remineralization of teeth, particularly in small decay spots just developing in the tooth enamel. Bacteria are unable to produce acid in the presence of xylitol and as a result the plaque pH does not decrease. The stable pH prevents demineralization, and hardens the lining of the cavities making untreated cavities less sensitive. This was clearly demonstrated in the study done in Belize on school children. In a 1980's double blind study, 1,277 school children chewed gum

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several times a day. Some were given ordinary gum sweetened with sucrose; others were given gum sweetened with sorbitol or xylitol. After 40 months of gum chewing (including weekends, holidays, and vacations) the xylitol group experience 73% fewer caries, sorbitol group a reduction of 26%, and an increase of 120% of caries in the sucrose group. Xylitol's naturally cooling and sweet tastes also increase salivary flow, which optimizes the pH level in the mouth further promoting dental health. Research has confirmed and expanded on earlier findings.

Caries prevention: Xylitol vs. Control

Streptococccus mutans (S. mutans), is known to increase acid in the mouth, as they produce an acidic environment, additional acid-loving microorganisms have a selective survival advantage and exponential cause more damage. However, if the acid in dental plaque is kept low, then demineralization is slowed. Since xylitol slows demineralization and enables some rebuilding of the enamel, it assists in the prevention of new cavities from forming and over time can reverse tooth decay that already occurred. Studies have shown that taking in xylitol five times per day is very effective at preventing caries.

The evidence of xylitol's healthful benefits is difficult to dismiss or take lightly. With its sweetness, low glycemic index, and multifaceted benefits continue to make xylitol more appealing. Since patient compliance has an extensive impact on costs and strategies for dental care, all dentists should find something to smile about when it comes to xylitol. Xylitol is widely available in health food stores in a variety of forms such as candy, toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, gums, mints, and as a bulk sweetener.

Incidentally, if you are looking for a safe alternative to sugar, xylitol actually looks, tastes and pours just like regular sugar. Discovered simultaneously by French and German chemists in 1891, xylitol has been safely used since the 1970s as an ingredient in gums and candies. You can use it on your morning breakfast cereal or on anything you'd like to sweeten naturally, as well baking. For an all-around sugar replacement, xylitol is my favorite. It comes in convenient packets, or can be purchased in bulk as well.

- Dr David W Tanton, Ph.D. Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, And Stimulants - Dangerous Drugs on Trial

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Medical Benefits of Xylitol

Like sugar, except good for youAlthough xylitol tastes and looks exactly like sugar, that is where the similarities end. Xylitol is like sugar, except good for you. While sugar wreaks havoc on the body, xylitol heals and repairs. It also builds immunity, protects against chronic disease and has anti-aging benefits.

Clearing the nasal passagesResearch suggests significant benefits to using xylitol as a nasal spray. When infectious germs in the sinuses adhere to mucous membranes and nasal tissues, they can lead to infection and disease. The addition of precise amounts of xylitol to saline nasal spray makes it much more effective in moisturizing and clearing the nasal passages.

Since xylitol reduces the germs, pollutants and irritants from sticking to the tissue, regular use of xylitol nasal spray results in fewer respiratory infections and easier breathing. The concentration of xylitol stimulates our own defensive washing of the nose. Additionally, xylitol decreases the concentration of salt in the airway surface fluid which helps our own antibiotic substances there to be more effective—the problem with saline.

Preventing ear infectionsIn well controlled studies, doctors in Finland found that 8 grams of xylitol, taken orally every day, prevented about 40% of ear infections. Before bacteria can cause an infection they have to be able to attach to our body. Again, xylitol prevented the germs from sticking to the tissue.

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Reducing intraocular pressureThe use of xylitol has been cited in a European patent for treating intraocular pressure – a condition that can develop into glaucoma, a serious disease that causes damage to the optic nerve. It has been reported that the use of a topical solution containing xylitol resulted in lower intraocular pressure.

Note:Xylitol is a food - not a drug; therefore, there are no label claims for any medical benefit on xylitol products.

Xylitol is now used in eleven European countries and the United States and Canada. It is also used in large amounts in the Soviet Union as a diabetic sweetener. xylitol was evaluated by the FAO-WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives in Geneva, April 11-20,1983.

- Ruth Winter Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives: A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic IngredientsVitamin E

Information for Medical ProfessionalsXylitol – Natural Health BenefitsXylitol is a naturally-occurring carbohydrate (polyol) that has a 5-carbon structure – distinguishing it from other common sugars based on 6 carbons. This molecular difference is key to xylitol's benefits. While humans and other higher organisms have a metabolic pathway for using xylitol as an alternative energy source, many microorganisms (including many common pathogenic bacteria) do not. In fact, a number of studies have shown that besides being unable to metabolize xylitol, xylitol actually interferes with bacteria's ability to adhere to body tissues (especially in the mouth and nasal passages). Furthermore, xylitol has the unique effect of diminishing bacteria's ability to produce biofilm – thereby making the bacteria more susceptible to antibiotic and natural immune system defenses.

Safety data on xylitol usage has been extensive. Initially discovered in the 1890's, xylitol wasn't the subject of intensive study until the late 1960's and early 1970's. Since then xylitol has remained a highly researched and studied ingredient. While much of the research has centered on xylitol's dental benefits, studies have also included the areas of diabetes (xylitol is metabolized in the human body independently of insulin levels); wound healing (especially due to its interference with biofilm formation); upper respiratory health (including sinusitis, prevention of otitis media, allergic rhinitis, etc.); calcium absorption; and even atopic dermitis.

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Xylitol and Diabetic UsageXylitol has been used in a number of countries as an effective sugar substitute – it can satisfy the sugar cravings experienced by many patients, especially newly diagnosed diabetic patients struggling to control sugar in their diets. While fully replacing regular sugar and/or glucose sources with xylitol will take some time to build up tolerance, xylitol has the advantage of avoiding "sugar spikes" and can replace sugar on a 1:1 basis – simplifying usage. Xylitol has even been used in parenteral IV applications in hospital settings as a replacement to normal glucose drips.

Xylitol and Biofilm formation/wound healingA recent area of study that has emerged from the attempt to discover the mechanism for xylitol's efficacy in dental health, xylitol was noted for significantly reducing the ability of Strep. mutans bacteria to produce plaque biofilm. Subsequent studies have proven xylitol's usefulness in promoting wound-healing and interruption of bacterial colonies from producing biofilm that untreated led to antibiotic resistance and uncontrolled Staph. aureus infections.

Xylitol and Upper Respiratory HealthWhile xylitol's efficacy against Strep. mutans in the oral cavity has been the subject of numerous studies, there have been several landmark studies with regard to xylitol's effectiveness against a closely-related species, Strep. pneumonia which seems to be involved in both sinusitis and otitis media cases. While the normal course of treatment would involve the use of anti-biotics, the research on xylitol gives a new dimension for prevention and treatment without the concern about antibiotic resistance and the overuse or inappropriate usage of medications.

Xylitol is used in sugar-free gum. It is also found in plums, raspberries, and strawberries. Researchers at the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oulu in Finland performed a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study using chewing gum that contained either xylitol or regular sugar. The children in the study had to chew two fresh pieces of gum five times a day. At the end of a month, children who chewed the xylitol-sweetened chewing gum had 40 percent fewer ear infections. The scientists believe that xylitol retards the growth of the bacterium S.

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- Phyllis A. Balch, CNC Prescription for Herbal Healing: An Easy-to-Use A-Z Reference to Hundreds of Common Disorders and Their Herbal Remedies

Nutritional Benefits of Xylitol

How can we combat the sugar epidemic?The dangers of sugars and refined carbohydrates in the diet have been well documented. Excess consumption of sugar can cause hypoglycemia and weight gain, leading to diabetes and obesity. Sugar also raises blood pressure, triglycerides and bad cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease. Children who consume excess sugar have difficulty concentrating and learning. And that’s just scraping the surface of the havoc sugar causes on our systems!

Considering Americans consume an estimated whopping 68.5 pounds of sugar per person, per year, the nutritional need for a safe, natural sweetener that tastes great and does not lead to health problems is more critical than ever. That sweetener is xylitol!

The "sugar" that won't wreck your bodyWhile Xylitol is just as sweet as table sugar (sucrose), it has about 40% fewer calories and 75% fewer carbohydrates. That in itself can make a big impact on your waistline! Importantly, xylitol is slowly absorbed and metabolized, resulting in very negligible changes in insulin. Xylitol therefore won’t raise your blood sugar like regular sugar, which puts tremendous strain on your system, causing negative health effects.

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A healthy choice for many diabeticsThanks to its insulin-independent nature, xylitol has been used in Germany, Switzerland, Russia and Japan as a preferred sweetener for diabetic diets since the 1960’s. If you do have diabetes, however, it’s important to consult your doctor or diet professional before incorporating xylitol into your daily diet.

A sweet choice for many recipesXylitol products are readily available for use in cooking and baking. Xylitol won’t break down with heat like some other sweeteners, so it’s the perfect choice for just about any recipe that calls for sugar. Converting your recipes couldn’t be easier –since xylitol has the same sweetness as sugar, simply use the same amount (1:1)!

Information for Nutritional ProfessionalsSugar is the ultimate enemy of good nutrition. Today there is ample evidence of the health problems caused by sugar, as well as more and more research demonstrating the positive health effects of xylitol in the diet.

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Learn more about the latest research into the nutritional benefits of xylitol

Sweeteners publication: Canadian Diabetes Association (06/07/2010)Read Article

Perio Reports Vol. 21 No. 7 publication: Hygienetown (07/01/2009)Read Article

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Low-Digestible Carbohydrates in Practice publication: American Dietetic Association (10/01/2008)

Who has diabetes in Canada? publication: Health Council of Canada (03/01/2007)Read Article

Glycemic Response publication: Virgo Publishing (07/18/2006)Read Article

The Sweet Thereafter publication: Virgo Publishing (03/06/2006)Read Article

Sugar Alcohols Fact Sheet publication: International Food Information Council (09/01/2004)Read Article

Xylitol: Our Sweet Salvation? publication: The Spectrum (02/01/2003)

Supplement to Alternatives publication: Mountain Home Publishing (01/01/2003)

Metabolic Response to Lactitol and Xylitol in Healthy Men publication: PubMed (04/01/1997)Read Article

The effects of equal, xylitol, sucrose and starch on diabetics publication: PubMed (07/01/1981)

Sugar Substitutes in the Diabetic Diet publication: PubMed (01/01/1976)

Xylitol publication: IPCS Inchem (11/30/-0001)Read Article

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Xylitol: A Sweet Alternative publication: Vitamin Research Products (11/30/-0001)Read Article

Xylitol: A Sweetener for Health publication: Joel Tietge (11/30/-0001)

Xylitol Video Presentations

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Understanding Xylitol - Dr. Kauko Makinen

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Caries as a process and transmissible disease - Dr. Eva Soderling

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Economical Aspects of Caries Prevention with Xylitol - Dr. Pentti Alanen

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Using Xylitol Effectively Pt. 1 - Dr. John Peldyak

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Using Xylitol Effectively Pt. 2 - Dr. John Peldyak

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Sugar by Any Other Name - Dr. John Peldyak

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Most Effective Xylitol Products - Dr. John Peldyak

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What Does Xylitol Cost - Dr. John Peldyak

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Diabetes, Osteoporosis, and Xylitol Dr. Eva Soderling

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Xylitol, Probiotics, GI Effect Dr. Peldyak & Dr. Eva Soderling

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Xylitol vs Sealants Rome, Italy Q&A Day 1 Dr. Kauko Makinen

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Chronic Ear Infections Encourage Educational Handicaps - Dr. Lon Jones

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The people vs. common nasal irritants Dr. Alonzo Jones

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History of antihistamines and decongestants Dr. Alonzo Jones

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Xylitol vs. anithistamines and decongestants part 1 Dr. Alonzo Jones

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Xylitol vs. anithistamines and decongestants part 2 Dr. Alonzo Jones

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Current Paradigm for Medicine Dr. Alonzo Jones

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FAQ's

Is xylitol a drug?NO – it is a 100% natural product, a sweetener that occurs naturally. It can be found in berries, fruit, vegetables and mushrooms. It also occurs naturally in our bodies – in fact, an average size adult manufactures up to 15 grams of xylitol daily during normal metabolism.

Pure xylitol is a white crystalline substance that looks and tastes like sugar. On food labels, xylitol is classified broadly as a carbohydrate and more narrowly as a polyol or sugar alcohol; however, xylitol is considered a “sugar-free” sweetener.

In addition, some xylitol products contain ingredients, fillers or other sweeteners that are not natural. These are not recommended for those seeking the benefits of an all-natural product like xylitol.

How does xylitol differ from other sweeteners?First, xylitol is all natural, not an artificial chemical like aspartame, sucralose and Splenda®. Chemically speaking, xylitol differs from other sweeteners such as sorbitol, fructose and glucose because its molecule has five, instead of six, carbon atoms. Most bacteria and yeast in the mouth are unable to make use of xylitol.

It is much sweeter than sorbitol, for instance. While it contains about 40% fewer calories than sugar, xylitol's sweetening power is the same as that of sucrose (table sugar). Xylitol is an important supplement because it may help to reduce the risk of tooth decay, and everyone interested in healthy teeth should be familiar with its properties and effects.

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Is xylitol safe?Absolutely! In 1983, a joint expert committee of the World Health Organization and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations confirmed that xylitol is a safe sweetener for foods. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also confirmed this fact in 1986.

Can diabetics use xylitol?The body does not require insulin to metabolize xylitol. For this reason polyols like xylitol produce a lower glycemic response than sucrose or glucose. This has made xylitol a widely used sweetener for the diabetic diet in some countries. If you do have diabetes, however, it’s important to consult your doctor or diet professional before incorporating xylitol into your daily diet.

Why does xylitol help protect teeth from cavities?Sugar feeds bacteria in your mouth, causing them to multiply rapidly. This metabolic process produces acids that cause cavities to begin to form. When you use xylitol gum or mints, the acid attack that would otherwise last for over half an hour is stopped. Because the bacteria in the mouth causing caries are unable to ferment xylitol in their metabolism, their growth is reduced. The number of acid-producing bacteria may fall as much as 90%. Since no acid is formed, the pH of saliva does not fall.

How long does the protection last?Studies show the xylitol effect on teeth is long-lasting and possibly permanent. Low decay rates persist even years after the trials have been completed. In addition to starving harmful bacteria of their food source, use of xylitol raises the pH of saliva in the mouth. When pH is above 7, calcium and phosphate salts in saliva start to precipitate into those parts of enamel where they are lacking. For this reason, use of xylitol has demonstrated not only a dramatic reduction in new tooth decay, it also has shown the arrest and even some reversal of existing dental caries.

How much xylitol should you use?Xylitol is a natural and convenient way of supplementing daily dental care. Research shows that a mere 6g to 10g day is enough. Xylitol should be chewed immediately after a meal or a snack. If you eat more snacks, you of course need more frequent help from xylitol.

Is it possible to replace daily teeth cleaning with xylitol usage?A healthy mouth and teeth are a important part of vigorous everyday life. That is why it is important to take good care of them. To keep a beautiful and healthy smile brush you teeth daily and visit your dentists regularly.

How can I find products with xylitol?Just visit our Products section! As an educational website, Xylitol.org provides information about a wide range of products that contain xylitol, Our rating system shows which products contain sufficient amounts of xylitol to be effective and all-natural ingredients.

When was xylitol discovered?Xylitol was discovered almost simultaneously by German and French chemists in the late 19th century and has been used extensively in Europe since World War II. Its dental significance was researched in Finland in the early 1970's, when scientists showed it had significant dental benefits. In Finland, Sweden, Japan and many other countries, xylitol is widely used in candy, gum and oral care products. While xylitol is fairly new in the U.S. market, its use is rapidly increasing as more people become aware of its unique health benefits.

What are the other health benefits of xylitol?First, you are doing your body a big favor by substituting more xylitol for sugar in your diet. While xylitol is just as sweet as table sugar (sucrose), it has about 40% fewer calories and 75% fewer carbohydrates. Xylitol also won’t raise your blood sugar like regular sugar does, putting tremendous strain on your system, causing negative health effects.

Xylitol has also been proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria. Research shows that this effect enables xylitol to help prevent bacteria and irritants from adhering to upper respiratory passages when used as a nasal wash. Studies have also shown that 8 grams of xylitol, taken orally every day, prevented about 40% of ear infections. For more information on these and other benefits, visit our Medical section.

Is it dangerous to swallow gum with xylitol?No, it is not – but xylitol chewing gum, like other chewing gum, is not meant to be swallowed. If it does get swallowed, it will be transported naturally among other food through intestines. The best way to dispose of your chewing gum is to wrap in a piece of paper and throw it in a waste basket.

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Welcome to Xylitol WebsiteThis website is made to serve dental professionals, researchers, students and everyone interested in xylitol.

What is xylitol?The dental benefits of xylitol have been established in long-term scientific studies and it has been shown that xylitol is an important supplement in the prevention of dental caries.

Mounting evidence for the beneficial effects of xylitol has consolidated the position of xylitol chewing gums and pastilles as therapeutic products endorsed by a number of national dental associations.

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Xylitol informationXylitol has several tooth friendly effects:

• helps prevent dental cavity • remineralises caries lesions • reduces caries rates • helps reduce build-up of plaque • plaque is easier to be removed by brushing • stimulates saliva and relieves the problem of dryness in the mouth

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Xilitol, más que dulzura El XILITOL inhibe el crecimiento de la bacteria causante de las caries. Esto lo logra debido a que la bacteria no puede utilizar el XILITOL para desarrollarse.

• El XILITOL protege los dientes previniendo las caries • El XILITOL reduce la placa y ayuda a evitar una boca seca • El XILITOL tiene beneficios dentales extraordinarios • El XILITOL viene de las fibras de las frutas y verduras y del arbol Abedul • El XILITOL puro se parece al azúcar, en su aspecto como en su dulzura, pero con un 40%

menos de calorías • El XILITOL se puede encontrar en las fresas, ciruelas, setas, maíz, en la cáscara de la nuez,

semillas y muchos vegetales más. Nuestro cuerpo también lo produce en pequeñas cantidades cuando metaboliza la glucosa

• El XILITOL, a diferencia de los edulcorantes artificiales, no es perjudicial para los dientes ni para el organismo

El XILITOL se comenzó a utilizar de forma masiva en tiempos de guerra cuando el azúcar era escasa. Al restablecerse los suministros de azucar el XILITOL se dejó de consumir.Los escandinavos continuaron utilizándolo y descubrieron los beneficios para la salud dental. Hoy en día muchas de las golosinas “Sugar Free” son endulzadas con XILITOL, aunque son pocos los productos que ofrecen una cantidad considerable para beneficiarse de sus propiedades.

Beneficios dentales De todos los beneficios dentales del Xilitol estos son los más representativos:

- Previene la aparición de caries.- Reduce la placa bacteriana.- Favorece la salivación, evitando así sequedad en la boca.- Disminuye el nivel de ácidos que atacan las superficies de los dientes.

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¿Cómo logra el Xilitol estos efectos? La caries dental está causada por el metabolismo de algunos componentes de la dieta, por la placa bacteriana que produce los ácidos orgánicos, sobre todo ácido láctico que ataca al tejido dentario.Estos componentes son principalmente los azúcares simples: Sacarosa, fructosa y glucosa todos azúcares de seis carbonos.

La sacarosa es el principal endulzante en la mayoría de las golosinas y en muchas bebidas. Parece ser el único azúcar simple que puede ser almacenado por la placa como un polímero. Esto aumenta el volumen de la placa y favorece el crecimiento de bacterias tales como el Streptococo Mutans que depende de un ambiente rico en sacarosa.

El xilitol no puede ser metabolizado en ácido por la mayoría de las bacterias encontradas en la placa.

Este efecto anticaries pasivo nos muestra al xilitol como un edulcorante no canogénico. El sorbitol también es clasificado como no canogénico, pero esmetabolizado lentamente por algunas bacterias orales, lo que conlleva pequeños descensos en el Ph de la placa.

La sustitución parcial de la sacarosa por xilitol en la dieta reduce de manera impactante la producción de ácido.

Por otro lado, parece inhibir el crecimiento de algunas bacterias, especialmente el Streptococo Mutans a concentraciones mayores al 0.1% debido a la acumulación del metabonro intermedio Xilitol 5-fosfato.

Las células que no puede metabolizar el xilitol acumulan este mehebolio y son las llamadas “células sensibles al xilitol”. (X5). El crecimiento de lascélulas es inhuleido por el xylitol, asi como la producción de polímeros de azúcar de reserva. El volumen de la placa también disminuye de manera importante.

Algunas especies de Streptococo Mutans se adaptan al xylitol por medio de una mutación, son las células resistentes al xilitol.(XR).La exposición regular al xilitol aumenta la proporción del XR en detrimento de las células X5. Aunque esto parece ser desfavorable, tanto las células XR como las X5 no pueden formar ácido apartir del xilitol, por lo tanto son menos virulentas con menor capacidad para metabolizar la sacarosa y con una menor capacidad de adhesión al esmalte en comparación con otras cepas de Streptococo Mutans.

La adhesión de la placa bacteriana al esmalte es un factor importante en la determinación de la formación de la placa y su actividad canogénica.El efecto aparece del uso regular de xilitol en nuestra dieta es un cambio selectivo en los microorganismos de la placa, teniendo como consecuencia un menor volumen de ésta en la reducción de los niveles de Streptococos Mutans, así como la disminución de la canogenicidad.

Xilitol en los niños Estudios clínicos reflejan que el Streptococcus Mutans es transmitido de los padres a los bebés recién nacidos, comenzando así el crecimiento de esta bacteria que causa caries en los niños.

El uso periódico de xilitol por las madres ha demostrado reducir significativamente la transmisión de esta bacteria, resultando en menos caries para los niños.

Los niños deberían de empezar el consumo habitual de chicles con Xilitol, en el momento en el que fueran autónomos para realizar dicha tarea sin supervisión de un adulto.

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Los chicles con Xilitol previenen significantemente las infecciones de oido en los niños. El estudio

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llevado a cabo por el Departamento de Pediatría de la Universidad de Oulu, en Finlandia, muestra una clara disminución de infecciones de oido en niños que normalmente consumen chicles que contienen Xilitol.

El objetivo de la investigación era examinar si el Xilitol, que reduce el crecimiento del “Streptococcus Pneumoniae”, podía tener importancia clínica en la prevención de la “Acute Otitis Media” (infección de oido).

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¿Cuánto?Para que obtengamos el efecto deseado en nuestros dientes, se recomienda consumir entre 5 y 12 gramos de Xilitol al día.

¿Cómo?Actualmente, en el mercado, no existen muchos productos con Xilitol, por lo que nos será más fácil consumir los gramos de Xilitol recomendados a través de CHICLES.

¿Con qué frecuencia?Para una mayor eficacia, deberíamos de consumir un chicle justo después de cada comida (entre 3 y 5 veces al día), masticándolo durante aproximadamente 5 minutos.

¿Durante cuánto tiempo?El consumo de Xilitol no debería de enfocarse como un tratamiento puntual, sino que debería de incorporarse como un hábito, complementario a una correcta higiene bucal.

Estudios Sobre el XILITOL hay numerosos estudios que avalan y respaldan sus beneficios para la salud bucal.A continuación hemos seleccionados varios enlaces para que pueda saber un poco más acerca de la dulzura sana.

1. The University of Illinois at Chicago -studies on Xylitol 2. The University of Washington, Seattle - studies on Xylitol 3. Xilitol - Azucar con personalidad

Medicina Alternativa 4. Xylitol Sweetened Gum in Caries Control

Periódico de la Asociación Dental Americana 5. Xylitol Chewing Gum in a Head Start Program

Jaana Autio, DDS & Frank Courts, DDS, PhD 6. Conference Papers: Xylitol, Sweeteners, and Dental Caries

Kiet Ly, MD, MPH; Peter Milgrom, DDS; & Marilynn Rothen, BS, RDH 7. Best Time to Maximize the Use of Xylitol so as to Reduce Tooth Decay 8. Policy on the Use of Xylitol in Caries Prevention

Council on Clinical Affairs 9. Use of Xylitol in the Military - MREs to Contain Xylitol Gum

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10.Evidence Based Review Presented at NIH by Catherine Hayes Harvard School of Dental Medicine

11.Estudio realizado en niños de edad escolar

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¿Qué productos contienen Xilitol? y ¿Cómo puedo encontrarlos? El Xilitol se encuentra frecuentemente en las gomas de mascar y en los caramelos. Para saber si el producto contiene Xilitol, se debería de fijar en la lista de ingredientes. Usualmente, para que el producto tenga el nivel de Xilitol que le ayudará a prevenir la caries dental, deberá ser el primer ingrediente en la lista de ingredientes. Las tiendas de productos naturales resultan un buen recurso para encontrar productos que contienen Xilitol. Además, varias compañías proveen productos de Xilitol a través de la Internet. También lo encontramos en algunas frutas y verduras, pero para lograr los beneficios que buscamos, deberíamos de complementarlo con otros productos que contengan cantidades superiores de Xilitol, tales como chicles o caramelos.

El chicle como vehículo del xilitolEl uso prevalente de chicle ha aumentado al interés por sus efectos sobre los dientes. Los principales sustitutos del azúcar usados en ellos son el Sorbitol y el xilitol. También el consumo de chicle estimula un flujo salival protector cuando se consume tras un estímulo acidogénico. Es especialmente beneficioso para personas con un bajo flujo salival. Los chicles con xilitol tienen efectos beneficiosos en cuanto a la promoción de la mineralización del esmalte en espacios cortos de tiempo in situ. Experimentos clínicos han demostrado que el chicle con xilitol tiene un papel anticaries muy superior al del sorbitol. Los chicles con xilitol no son canogénicos, frente a otros chicles con azúcares que si lo son.Los efectos anticaries del xilitol se ven aumentados por la estimulación salivar propia de ésta vía de administración. El uso de chicle es muy frecuente sobre todo en los países desarrollados de manera más importante en los últimos años, por lo que no sorprende que este uso frecuente entre comidas sea del interés de los dentistas. Hay estudios que demuestran que el consumo irregular de chicles con azúcar puede llevar a un considerable aumento en la incidencia de la caries. Si el chicle con Xilitol, con el aumento del flujo salival que conlleva, se tomara tras las comidas, estas acciones llevarían a una acción terapéuticas en la disminución de caries. El dulce con xilitol en contraste con el del sorbitol hace que la metabolización de carbohidratos no disminuya tanto el Ph de la placa.No hay evidencia específica del efecto en la remineralización del esmalte por parte del xilitol en cortos periodos de tiempo, pero si hay evidencia de un cambio microbiano en la boca durante al menos dos o tres años.

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ResearchWorld xylitol research started in FinlandThe effect of xylitol on the prevention of dental caries has been established in long-term scientific studies. The dental significance of xylitol was discovered in Finland in the so-called Turku Sugar Studies carried out in 1972-1975 by professors Kauko K. Mäkinen and Arje Scheinin at Turku University.

Another important milestone was the ‘Ylivieska field studies' in Ylivieska, Finland in 1982-1989. These studies showed for the first time that the consumption of relatively small daily quantities of xylitol can have a long-term effect on dental caries, and that such use of xylitol can even permanently prevent caries.

The first chewing gum to be sweetened with xylitol and to have anticariogenic effects, Xylitol-Jenkki, was launched in 1975 by Leaf.

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xylitol chewing gum use protects their children from dental cariesThe mother-child study started in the early 1990's is the first clinical study on the effect of the use of xylitol by mothers on the colonisation of their children with Streptococcus mutans and subsequent dental health. The study was designed and carried out by doctors Eva Söderling, docent at the University of Turku, Institute of Dentistry, and Pauli Isokangas of the Health Care Centre in Ylivieska

The study confirmed that maternal xylitol chewing gum consumption reduced the mutans-transmission 5-fold as compared to the control group receiving f-varnish treatments. Xylitol both reduces the numbers of mutans streptococci as well their transmission properties, which is proposed to explain the results.

Dental caries is an infectious diseaseThe earlier the primary teeth are colonised with Streptococcus mutans, the higher the risk of future caries. The risk of colonisation is highest in children aged about two years. It is usually the mother who inadvertently passes the infection to the child. Frequent saliva contacts through food-tasting or pacifier-cleaning are the most likely routes of passing the infection from mother to child.

Mothers used xylitol gum daily for two yearsThe joint project of the Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku and the Ylivieska Health Care Centre started in early 1990's. The aim of the study was to explore whether mothers' habitual xylitol consumption could prevent the mother-child transmission of S. mutans, and how the result would be reflected in caries occurrence in the children.

Altogether 195 pregnant women with high salivary mutans streptococci levels were invited to the study. In the xylitol group, the mothers chewed xylitol chewing gum approximately four times a day for about two years. The use of the xylitol gum was started before the first primary teeth erupted to ensure that the "xylitol-effect" on the oral flora was established.

In the two control groups, the mothers received either fluoride (F; no effect on transmission of S. mutans) or chlorhexidine (CHX; supposed to reduce transmission of S. mutans) varnish applications, 6, 12 and 18 months after delivery. All interventions discontinued when the child was two years old. Both saliva and plaque samples were collected from the mothers and their children during the study. The Streptococcus mutans levels of the samples were determined both using plate culturing and a strip test.

Xylitol gum efficiently prevented the transmission of Streptococcus mutans169 mother-child pairs, with the child at the age of two, participated in the study. In the xylitol group only 10 % (see table) of the children became colonised with mutans streptococci bacteria, even though the salivary bacteria levels of their mothers were not reduced during the xylitol consumption period. The researchers emphasise that xylitol did thus not reduce the children's colonisation by reducing that of their mothers, but rather by affecting the transmission properties of the mutans streptococci.

In the Xylitol group, only 10 % of the children became colonised with Streptococcus mutans. The corresponding results in the control groups were: In the F-varnish group, the colonisation percentage was 49% and, in the CHX group, 29 %.

The first two years in a child's life are the most important in caries prevention. The study results indicate that, in future, intervention against mutans streptococci colonisation may lead to better caries prevention than the traditional caries measures concentrating on increasing the resistance of the teeth.

References:

Söderling E, Isokangas P, Pienihäkkinen K, Tenovuo J. Influence of Maternal Xylitol Consumption on Acquisition of Mutans Streptococci by Infants. J Dent Res, 79: 882-887, 2000.

Isokangas P, Söderling E, Pienihäkkinen K, Alanen P. Occurrence of Dental Decay in Children after Maternal Consumption of Xylitol Chewing Gum, a Follow-up from 0 to 5 Years of Age. J Dent Res, 79 (11): 1885-1889, 2000.

Follow-up study

Mothers' Xylitol Usage Has Long-term Effects on a Child's Dental Health in Primary TeethEarlier studies have shown that the composition of the bacterial strain acquired in infancy has an effect on the formation of cavities in teeth. Of oral bacteria, particularly mutans streptococci increase a child's risk of developing cavities. The most common channel of mother-child transmission for these bacteria is saliva. The doctoral dissertation of Marja-Liisa Laitala, Licentiate in Dentistry, is a follow-up study of an earlier mother-child study that indicated that mother-child transmission of mutans streptococci was reduced fivefold when xylitol was used. Leaf's 100% xylitol chewing gum was used in the mother-child study. Laitala's study examined the dental health in primary teeth of approximately 500 children. The number of dental treatments for these children were monitored from birth until 10 years of age.

Primary teeth can be maintained completely cavity-free for a long period of time by influencing the composition of the bacterial strain transmitted from a mother to her child. The improved health of primary teeth continues up to their falling off. When early formation of cavities in primary teeth is prevented, the number of treatment visits needed for primary teeth fillings decreases, which in turn lowers the dental treatment costs of health centres.

Long-term benefits and cost-effectivenessThe current follow-up study indicated that the benefits of xylitol usage by mothers are long-term and that xylitol usage is also an economically sound option. Infants are spared of toothache and any fear or pain that dental treatment might cause. Filling treatment results in schoolchildren are often better if there have been no treatment procedures in infancy. This way it is possible to save health care resources and reduce health care costs.

Children whose mothers have a great deal of mutans streptococci in their saliva have a high risk of developing cavities. The risk group children, whose mothers used 100% xylitol chewing gum regularly when the child was under two years of age, had their first cavities in primary teeth on average at the age of 8 and 40% less caries. The difference could still be seen at the age of 10.

In comparison, in the teeth of the children with mutans streptococci colonisation, the first cavities started to appear before five years of age. The prevention of mutans streptococci colonisation improved the dental health of children with a high caries risk to the average level of their age group.

The study by Marja-Liisa Laitala shows that making an effort to prevent children's caries by targeting mothers reduces cavity formation in children's teeth for up to ten years. This type of self-treatment through using xylitol does not require substantial resources nor dentist consultations. When children's filling treatment visits decrease, municipalities save money as less resources are needed.

Marja-Liisa Laitala: Dental Health in Primary Teeth after Prevention of Mother-Child Transmission of Mutans Streptococci. A Historical Cohort Study on Restorative Visits and Maternal Prevention Costs. Dissertation at the University of Turku 24 September 2010.

The dissertation is published in the electronic publication archive of the University of Turku at https://oa.doria.fi/handle/10024/63589

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El Xilitol - Artículo Informativo Aportado por Laboratorios NaleXILITOLXilitol; del griego [xyl= Madera], pues se obtuvo originariamente de la madera del abedul de Finlandia. Es la misma raíz de la palabra xilo-fono.

1. Extremadamente seguro, incluso en dosis de 400 gr. al día. Clasificada como GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe); Reconocido como seguro por la FDA.-Long-term tolerance of healthy human subjects to high amounts of xylitol and fructose: general and biochemical findings. Int Z Vitam Emahrunqsforsch Beih. 1976; 15:92-104.

2. Investigada su seguridad en el embarazo.3. Energetizante; se transforma en ribosa en la ruta de las pentosas. La ribosa es la molécula

clave en el reciclado del ATP.

4. Seguro en diabéticos, no utiliza la insulina en su metabolismo. Tiene el índice glucémico (I.G.) más bajo de todos los azúcares. IG = 7.

5. Efecto ligeramente saciante al ralentizar el vaciamiento gástrico y estabilizar la glucosa, no generando hipoglucemias reactivas. Unido a sus pocas calorías es una herramienta válida en dietas de control de peso.

6. Acción anticatabólica a nivel muscular.7. Inhibe el crecimiento del Estreptococo Pneumoniae: la bacteria más frecuente en las otitis

medias. Con 8 gramos al día se reducen un 40% las otitis.- Tapiainen T, Antimicrob Aqents Chemother. 2001 Jan; 45(1):166-9. - Uhari M. Pediatrics. 1998 Oct;102(4 Pt 1):879-84.

8. Anticariogénico;Reduce la incidencia un 70%.

a) Debido a su carácter de pentosa (C5H1205) no puede ser utilizado por las bacterias de la caries (Estreptococo Mutans) para formar ácidos desminneralizantes del esmalte.

b) La sacarosa (azúcar) es una hexosa y el estreptococo mutans la desdobla en fructosa y glucosa, que le sirven como alimento y para formar polímeros (fructosa-glucosa-fructosa-glucosa), conocidos como placa dental (Biofilms),con los que se recubre evadiendo la acción de la saliva y así consiguiendo multiplicarse exponencialmente.

c) Alcalinizante bucal, contrarresta los efectos de los corrosivos ácidos bacterianos.

d) El Xilitol selecciona las cepas de estreptococo menos cariogénicas.

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e) Las madres que toman Xilitol durante el embarazo, sus hijos desarrollan un 70% menos caries.- Maternal Xylitol Consumption to Prevent Mother-Child Transmission of Mutans Streptococci.- How Xylitol-containing Products Affect Cariogenic Bacteria. J. Am. Dent. Assoc, April 2000. - American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. (2006) Policv on trie Use of Xylitol in Caries Prevention.- The Effect of Non-Cariogenic Sweeteners on. the Prevention of Dental Caries: A Review of. the Evidence. Catherine Hayes, D.M.D., D.M.Sc.

9. Reduce la Puntuación DMFS dental (decayed, missing, and filled surfaces); [Superficies careadas, empastadas o perdidas], mucho mejor que la clorhexidina o el flúor tópico. Por eso ha sido llamado el "cepillo de dientes molecular"

10.Se le puede considerar como la "imagen en espejo" del azúcar: pues mientras el azúcar:> daña el esmalte,> altera la flora intestinal,> baja el sistema inmunológico,> produce osteoporosis y> tiene un índice glucémico 10 veces mayor.

El Xilitol remineraliza el diente y el hueso, es anticándida y mejora la flora y el sistema inmunológico.

11.Diariamente nuestro organismo fabrica 15 gramos de Xilitol.12.Un paciente que sustituyese el azúcar por Xilitol, al reducir su insulina .estaría ayudando a

reducir su:> Nivel de triglicéridos.> Obesidad abdominal.> Hipertensión.> Riesgo de cáncer.> Riesgo cardiovascular.

En inglés, presentación PowerPoint del Dr.Peldyak : http://www.smiledesigncenter.us/xvlitol slideshow.html

El laboratorio dispone de una presentación en audio en inglés del Dr. Peldyak sobre los beneficios para la salud del Xilitol.

Información facilitada por:NALE Laboratorios

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Xilitol, dulce sustancia con potente acción anticaries, antibacterial, antibiotica Añadido por ClaraS el 2 Nov, 2010 El Xilitol es un azúcar de alcohol, usado comúnmente como sustituto del azúcar. Se encuentra en forma natural en una gran cantidad de frutas y verduras: ciruelas, berries, avena, maíz, etc.

Al contrario del azúcar común que favorece el crecimiento de bacterias, el Xilitol, tiene el poder de atrapar las bacterias y virus, ofreciendo un potente efecto antibacterial, convirtiéndolo en un aliado en la prevención de caries y gingivitis, siendo por esto, recomendado por una gran cantidad de dentistas, en pastas dentales y enjuagues bucales.

Por su gran poder bactericida, antibiótico y anti fúngico, el Xilitol es de gran ayuda en un gran número de afecciones de: oído, garganta, sinusitis, vías urinarias. También está recomendado en casos de artritis, osteoporosis y candidiasis.

Como beneficio adicional podemos decir que por el tipo de fibra de absorción lenta que contiene, el Xilitol es apto para diabéticos

Su contenido calórico es alrededor del 40% menor que el azúcar común, siendo de gran utilidad en dietas hipocalóricas.

Esta dulce sustancia no es tóxica, ni tiene efectos adversos (excepto para los perros, pudiendo provocarles hipoglucemia).

Hay que tener en cuenta que consumido en exceso puede provocar diarrea, ya que posee un efecto levemente laxante.

Pruebas científicas hechas a niños que mascan chicles con Xilitol habitualmente, demostraron una más baja incidencia de infecciones de oído. Se deduce que podría ser también de utilidad en casos de sinusitis, dado que está producida por la misma bacteria.

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