Total Sweet 100% Natural Xylitol, 1kg

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Whilst the amount of xylitol that any dog would have to consume to be dangerous can vary depending on the amount of xylitol in the product itself and the size of the dog in question, dogs should never be given or allowed to eat anything containing xylitol, and if you know or suspect that your dog has eaten xylitol, you should speak to your vet immediately.

Xylitol is also found as an additive to saline solution for nasal irrigation and has been reported to be effective in improving symptoms of chronic sinusitis. [14] Total Sweet is Europe’s leading brand of natural xylitol and is made from sustainable European birch and beech wood. Xylitol looks, feels and tastes like sugar and can be used in cooking or to sweeten hot drinks, fruit or cereal - just like the real thing.

Is xylitol dangerous to other pets in the household?

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They're found in products such as drinks, desserts and ready meals, cakes, chewing gum and toothpaste. Things like lip gloss and other forms of makeup that have a sweet or fruity taste or scent usually contain an artificial sweetener too. Evidence from short term trials on drinks sweetened with no calorie sweeteners show that when they are consumed instead of sugary drinks, they can support lowering of energy intake and weight gain. There is no evidence sweeteners stimulate appetite in humans.We’ve put together this guide on xylitol poisoning in dogs to explain why this ingredient is so toxic for your pup and outline the signs to look out for if they do manage to get their paws on it. What is xylitol? If you suspect that your dog has eaten something containing xylitol, you need to get them to the vets straight away as it can be absorbed into the blood stream rapidly. Obviously lip gloss isn’t something that you’d use on your dog (or if it is, feel free to tell us more!) but dogs are notorious for chewing and destroying things when left unsupervised, including makeup – and things that smell or taste sweet will be particularly appealing to your dog, so keep them well out of their reach! Peanut butter Xylitol is stable enough to be used in baking, [16] but because xylitol and other polyols are more heat-stable, they do not caramelise as sugars do. When used in foods, they lower the freezing point of the mixture. [17] Food risks [ edit ]

Xylitol is a white odourless crystalline powder that has been used as a sweetening agent in food for over 40 years. There are a couple of even more surprising products that can contain this ingredient. Parents of pups who love stealing laundry should know that certain brands of athletic clothing have pieces that contain xylitol. And for those with little ones, some pacifier wipes and bottle wipes can also have the ingredient in them. Who knew?!Lower calorie and no calorie sweeteners will not necessarily make a food or drink healthy but can be helpful in reducing your sugar intake. High sugar intakes increase the risk of tooth decay. Therefore, the use of no calorie sweeteners in food and drink, as long as the product does not contain any sugars, can help reduce the risk of tooth decay.

It has a pleasant, sweet taste (the same sweetness and bulk as sucrose) but contains one-third fewer calories – around 2.4 kcal/g.

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When ingested at high doses, xylitol and other polyols may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, including flatulence, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome (see Metabolism above); some people experience the adverse effects at lower doses. [18] [35] Xylitol has a lower laxation threshold than some sugar alcohols but is more easily tolerated than mannitol and sorbitol. [36] Xylitol, a sugar alcohol containing 5carbon-polyol, is metabolized via the phospho-enolpyruvate-phospho-transferase pathway in S.mutans, which produces xylitol-5-phosphate as a product. [25] Xylitol-5-phosphate competes with phosphofructokinase and therefore results in inhibition of glycolysis via accumulation of glucose-6-phosphate. [25] Over long periods of xylitol use, S.mutans alters its enzymatic activity. [26] Total Sweet Xylitol promotes healthy teeth: Xylitol is already an ingredient in many chewing gums, toothpastes, mints and mouth washes for its dental benefits. It can help to create an alkaline environment in the mouth, which can help reduce cavities and prevent plaque build-up. It can also help the mouth absorb calcium and other minerals that help your teeth stay strong and healthy. Chapter 3: Energy Conversion Factors". Calculation of the Energy Content of Foods. Food and Agriculture Organization (Report). The United Nations . Retrieved 30 March 2017. Xylitol is used as a sugar substitute in such manufactured products as drugs, dietary supplements, confections, toothpaste, and chewing gum, but is not a common household sweetener. [4] [12] Xylitol has negligible effects on blood sugar because its assimilation and metabolism are independent of insulin. [12] It is approved as a food additive in the United States [13] and elsewhere.