Xylitol 500 g (sachet) (Finland) - SANTINI

INGREDIENTS
100% xylitol

DESCRIPTION
Xylitol, also known as "birch sugar," is a sweetener derived from hardwood, primarily birch. Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance used as a substitute for white sugar. Xylitol's glycemic index is close to 8, meaning it is digested in the body with minimal insulin, and its energy value is only 240 kcal per 100 g, or 12 kcal per teaspoon (5 g).
Xylitol is produced without yeast. Xylitol is free of gluten, eggs, soy, milk protein, and lactose. It does not ferment or caramelize.

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

APPLICATION and use:
- as a table sweetener, where one teaspoon of xylitol corresponds to approximately 1 teaspoon of white sugar
- for sweetening dishes, desserts, drinks
- for baking, taking into account that xylitol is not a nutrient for yeast and that it is highly hygroscopic and does not caramelize.

DANGER
Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. Do not give to children under 3 years of age.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE

Store in a dry place below 25 degrees Celsius.