Xylitol (birch sugar) 1/4 kg ZP071

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Xylitol is a natural sweetener extracted from birch bark. It has a low glycaemic index and a lower calorie content than ordinary sugar. It is ideal for diabetics and anyone who wants to sweeten their life in a healthy way! In the human body, xylitol is a common component of metabolic processes.
It also occurs naturally in small quantities. Some of the best sources include fruit (raspberries, plums, strawberries), wild berries, mushrooms, lettuce, sweetcorn cobs and oats. One cup of raspberries contains approximately 1 g of xylitol.
Xylitol is suitable for diabetics and has around 40 per cent fewer calories than refined white sugar. It has a very low glycaemic index and is metabolised by the body without insulin. It is reported that up to 50 g of xylitol per day can be consumed as part of a diabetic diet. Replacing sugar with xylitol reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (age-related diabetes).
Xylitol does not provide a breeding ground for Candida fungi. Despite its sweet taste, it is not a food source for fungi that feed on sugar. Fungi cannot reproduce when deprived of food, and xylitol is therefore a safe sweetener for people suffering from candidiasis. By limiting fungal growth, it helps to restore a balanced gut microbiota. 
Xylitol is also an excellent agent for combating tooth decay. Numerous studies have shown that xylitol remineralises tooth enamel and even the bones themselves. Tooth decay results from a reaction between bacteria and sugars from food. This reaction produces acids that demineralise tooth enamel – leading to tooth decay. When sugar is replaced with xylitol, this mechanism is halted and is even replaced by a remineralisation process, allowing dental tissue to ‘heal’.