Xylitol 1 kg (bag) (Finland) - SANTINI

DESCRIPTION

-has 40% less calorific value than sugar
-1 gram is 2.4 calories
-Xylitol glycemic index is only 8
-lowers the pH value in the oral cavity
-improves calcium absorption in the body

Xylitol is usually birch sugar, but can also be obtained from other plant products. It is a polyhydroxy or sugar alcohol, a derivative of xylose. Its structure stimulates the receptors responsible for the sweet taste on the tongue.
It occurs naturally in raspberries, strawberries, plums, and even cauliflower. Finnish xylitol is xylitol extracted from birch. The term xylitol itself can refer to other fruits and vegetables. In these cases, it is most often made from corn. Depending on the product from which it is derived, we have different extraction methods. Birch xylitol is produced through fermentation carried out by bacteria and yeast. Corn xylitol, on the other hand, is produced through the hydrolysis of biomass.
Xylitol, which looks like sugar and even has a similar sweetness, differs primarily in its calorie content. Its calorific value is much lower, as much as 40%. 1 gram contains only 2.4 calories. Its glycemic index is only 8. For comparison, conventional sucrose has an GI of 70 and glucose an GI of 100. As a result, xylitol does not raise blood sugar levels as much as conventional sugar. Therefore, it is a good sugar substitute for people who should avoid products with a high glycemic index in their diet and do not want to give up sweetening coffee, tea, or sweet snacks and cakes.
In food, xylitol is most commonly found in chewing gum and candy. It's increasingly used as a sugar substitute in healthy versions of sweets and cakes. Perfect for sweetening coffee, tea, smoothies, desserts, and ice cream. It's heat-stable, so we can easily replace sugar with xylitol in recipes.
The presence of xylitol in chewing gum is no coincidence. When consumed, xylitol is not fermented by bacteria, thus preventing the formation of acids that negatively affect tooth enamel. It also lowers the pH of the oral cavity and increases saliva production, which has a positive effect on the condition of our teeth. Xylitol also facilitates the absorption of calcium, making it a good option for people with calcium deficiencies. However, it does have one drawback: excessive consumption can lead to constipation, so it's worth controlling the amount consumed throughout the day.

INTEREST
Our body is able to produce xylitol itself; it is produced in the metabolism during digestion.
When we replace sugar in recipes with xylitol, we add the same amount of sugar as regular sugar because its sweetness is similar.
In food it appears under the symbol E967.

INGREDIENTS
100% xylitol

NUTRITIONAL VALUE PER 100 g
Calorific value: 1000 kJ / 240 kcal;
Fat: 0 g
of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 99.8 g
of which sugar: 0.2 g
of which polyols (polyols): 98.5 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0.01 g

RECOMMENDED CONDITION AND STORAGE
Store in a dry place below 25 degrees Celsius.