As a sugar alcohol
that comes with many health benefits, xylitol is a natural sweetener
that serves as a great alternative to refined sugar. It's an
essential part of many fruits and vegetables, however it can also be
found in birch wood and corn, two different sources from where it's
actually extracted from. The flavour of xylitol resembles very much
that of sugar, but there is one significant difference between these
two sweeteners. While sugar is high in calories, xylitol actually
contains very few calories that can't have a major effect on your
weight and overall health. What's more, xylitol won't rise your blood
sugar levels, which is not the case with sugar, which shouldn't be
consumed by diabetics and people who suffer from other blood sugar
related disorders.
