Xylitol is a natural, glycaemic sugar that is found in many fruits and vegetables. Xylitol is healthy and safe for diabetics, but not all fruits contain this form of sugar.

 

One teaspoon of xylitol contains around 10 kcal, which is 30% fewer calories than a teaspoon of conventional sugar. Xylitol has a much lower impact on blood sugar levels and is used as a sweetener in some chewing gum and sweets. Xylitol is not only tooth-friendly, it even helps prevent tooth decay.

Xylitol-containing food prevents weakening of the bones and thus prevents osteoporosis. Chewing xylitol-containing chewing gum can help with ear infections, as xylitol inhibits the growth of bacteria in the ear canal.

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers can safely consume foods containing xylitol, and studies even show that regular consumption reduces the transmission of Streptococcus mutans bacteria to the baby and thus reduces dental damage in the first two years of the child's life by 80%.

 

Xylitol is found in many fruits such as strawberries, raspberries and plums as well as in some vegetables (corn and mushrooms).

 

Fruits that do not contain xylitol

 

Grapes

Oranges

Bananas

Lemons