Is Xylitol safe for long term consumption?

I discovered Xylitol about half a year ago and use it on a daily basis. We (my girlfriend and me) use it as a sugar subsitute everywhere. We sweeten coffee and tea with it - we use it for baking apple pie, making Caipirinha and even for Sushi rice. read more

Some researchers insist that Xylitol is perfectly safe, but only when ingested in the recommended dosage (five to 11 grams per day).Xylitol should be safe as long as moderation is exercises. Nobody should take large quantities of this product without clearing it with a doctor. read more

Xylitol is a somewhat controversial sweetener, but is often promoted as safe for human consumption as a healthier alternative to sugar. Certainly, I don’t think it is saying much for something to be a healthier alternative to sugar, especially with all the problems sugar can cause, and just because something is considered safe for consumption, doesn’t necessarily mean it is healthy. read more

In my opinion, xylitol is relatively safe as a toothpaste or chewing gum sweetener, but it’s not recommended in large amounts for foods. Xylitol vs. Stevia + Xylitol Alternatives While the message is a little cloudy about the xylitol side effects, of the 345+ scientific papers referencing stevia, one message is clear: It is safe and effective. read more