Xylitol Use

The Benefits of Xylitol

• Helps prevent tooth decay by reducing plaque formation
• Blocks the acids that demineralize tooth enamel
• Reduce gingival inflammation
• Stimulates saliva
• Indirectly raises the pH level to be more alkaline
• Repairs damaged enamel by stimulating saliva which contains the minerals calcium and phosphate to remineralize enamel
• Helps expecting mothers improve cavity risks in children

Proper use

• Use 7-10 times per day
• Frequency is more important than quantity

Products Containing Xylitol

• Gum, Mints, Toothpaste, Mouth Wash, and Candies, Nasal and Mouth Sprays
• Xylitol partnered with erythritol provides extra oral health benefits (other sweeteners can counteract the benefits)

Where to find these products

• Amazon.com, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op, Target, Nugget Markets

 Precautionary Notice

• Can be poisonous to dogs
• Slowly introduce into your diet – may cause gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed too quickly or frequently