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Xylitol Sweetener Side Effects

Published Jul,08 2011 | By R. Y. Langham, Ph.D.

Xylitol, a sugar alcohol, is known for its sweet flavor. Dentists like this natural sweetener, because its chemical composition prevents it from turning into acid in your mouth -- a leading cause of tooth decay.