One of the world's most common artificial sweeteners is set to be declared a possible carcinogen next month by a leading global health body, according to two sources with knowledge of the process, pitting it against the food industry and regulators.
Careful with serving size on products with xylitol. It can have a laxative effect in large quantities, like sorbitol. Some people are more affected that way than others, but just don’t chew a whole package of xylitol gum the first time you try it.
Also, I have no idea about its long-term risks (or lack thereof) relative to other sweeteners, since as far as I know it has not been heavily researched as a food. But it has a distinctive flavor and mouth feel, so it’s worth a try just to see if you like it.
Careful with serving size on products with xylitol. It can have a laxative effect in large quantities, like sorbitol. Some people are more affected that way than others, but just don’t chew a whole package of xylitol gum the first time you try it.
Also, I have no idea about its long-term risks (or lack thereof) relative to other sweeteners, since as far as I know it has not been heavily researched as a food. But it has a distinctive flavor and mouth feel, so it’s worth a try just to see if you like it.