Xylitol

Food Industry Applications‌

‌Sugar substitute‌: Used in ‌sugar-free gum, candies, mints, and diabetic-friendly foods‌ due to low glycemic impact

‌Functional benefits‌:

‌Cooling effect‌ (negative heat of solution) enhances sensory appeal in chewing gum

inhibits ‌Maillard reaction‌, suitable for heat-stable products

‌Medical & Dental Uses‌

‌Oral health‌:

Reduces ‌dental caries‌ by inhibiting Streptococcus mutans adhesion

Common in ‌toothpaste, mouthwash, and nasal sprays‌ for antibacterial effects

‌Diabetes management‌:

Metabolized ‌without insulin‌, safe for diabetics