Xylitol kills the bacteria that causes cavities: – Streptococcus mutans eats xylitol instead of sugar, but can't produce acid when it does – No acid = no demineralization = no cavities – Xylitol also stops S. mutans from colonizing and forming biofilm on teeth – Reduces gum and soft... tissue inflammation – Use xylitol gum or mints immediately after meals – Start with 1-2 mints per meal Andrew D. Huberman, Ph.D.show more

Yeah but recent clinical studies link the sugar substitute xylitol to potential long-term health risks, specifically increased blood platelet reactivity, higher risks of blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes, which may negatively impact overall cardiovascular longevity. So die of heart disease with good teeth?

I have a habbit of chewing xylitol gums after every meal and when I went to the dentist after 3 years break I was surprised to hear that my cavities have HEALED! Absolutely the cheapest way to keep your teeth healthy.

@Realalexclark True as far as it goes, but this effect is true for all the sugar alcohols, not just xylitol. •Sorbitol •Erythritol •Mannitol •Maltitol — all starve mutans. But xylitol has a novel property of literally tasting cold, which makes it a natural for mint flavored items.

We use xylitol is our homemade toothpaste. It’s great

We spend a fortune on dental work while 2 xylitol mints do the job. Thanks @hubermanlab

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Ive been doing this for years now, 2 pieces of Pür gum after eating anything It definitely makes a difference

We've heard it said xylitol is good for your teeth… but it may be bad for your heart. 2024 study linked higher blood levels to increased heart attack & stroke risk by making platelets more clot-prone. Shown in observational data, animal models & human trials. Be aware what you follow.

Wouldnt xylitol also affect your normal intestinal flora? I would rather stick with the natural sugars where your biome has also evolved in parallel

I tried xylitol gum 4 times a day after every meal for 2 months and it didn’t do anything to stop my plaque coming back after teeth cleaning…

I use Zellies gum and mints. Great flavor and great for the teeth.

Xylitol kills dogs! Even a small amount is deadly. Please caution people properly as death to our best friend is not worth keeping it around.

xylitol causes gut issues

Natural.... xylitol is very much a natural sugar

@Realalexclark just dont let your dog get it -even one piece of gum can kill them - in dogs it induces fatal hypoglycemia even in small quantities

@grok fact check this - focus on studies, better if they're human randomized controlled trials

@grok give me some xylitol gum

Since 2019 i chew xylitol based gum (I like ice breakers), all day (I enjoy gum so not a life style chnage for me). All tooth pain gone within a year, have not been back to dentist yet.

Xylitol is a NATURAL sugar substitute, not artificial. Not. At. All. Good reel but you 💯 missed the boat on that aspect.

Importante xilitol de árbol de abedul no de maíz !!!!!

streptococcus mutans

Higher risk of heart attacks and strokes