
What is Xylitol and why is it good for teeth?
What is xylitol?
Pronounced “zy-lee-tol” this natural product is anything but bad. In fact it’s probably one of nature's super heroes. Put simply, xylitol is a natural sweetener. Technically speaking, it’s sugar alcohol. Most importantly however, xylitol is a sweetener which won’t significantly up your calorie count and it doesn’t cause tooth decay!
What is Xylitol made from?
It’s extracted from the sap found under bark from the birch tree, but it also occurs naturally in many fruits, vegetables and mushrooms. Both humans and animals make tiny amounts of it themselves when we are processing carbohydrates.
Discovered some time in the late 19th Century by German and French chemists. The benefits of xylitol weren’t really discovered and researched until the 1970’s. It became popular in Europe following the second world war when sugar was in short supply. But it was the Turku University in Finland that really unearthed the benefits and sheer brilliance of xylitol in dental hygiene.
At truthpaste we source our xylitol from non-GMO European Birch wood.
Xylitol: a sugar substitute
Apart from being one of our favourite ingredients in truthpaste, you can find xylitol in a range of dental hygiene products like mouthwash and fluoride products. It’s used as a sugar substitute in sweets and chewing gum and can be found in jams, jellies and peanut butters.
Occasionally you may find xylitol used to treat ear infections, although there is no evidence to support this.
Xylitol toothpaste
We’ve already mentioned that xylitol is a sweetener you can use without worrying about tooth decay. It gets so much better than that though!
Xylitol has undergone extensive research which highlights its benefits in oral hygiene. Not only does it fight bacteria that cause gum disease and plaque acids, studies have shown that it actively increases the production of the immune system proteins so that bacteria can’t form in the first instance.
Xylitol has also been proven to significantly reduce the amount of streptococcus mutans, the bacteria largely responsible for plaque forming
In fact there are nearly 25 years worth of studies to prove the benefits of xylitol. Approved by both the Food and Agricultural Organisation and the World Health Organisation, it was a natural choice for an ingredient in Truthpaste.
Xylitol and dogs
We often get asked if Truthpaste is safe for dogs. The answer is always a very firm “no”. Whilst essential oils are often harmful to animals, generally speaking, xylitol - even in small amounts - can cause hypoglycaemia in dogs. Just part of the reason that we never test on animals.
Is xylitol safe?
The good news is that xylitol is safe for people, a good sugar substitute for those with diabetes and great for weight loss. As with all natural products, moderation is key. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions.
But truthfully..
We love xylitol here at Truthpaste and it can be found in our Original and Charcoal ranges, as well as helping to provide the sweet and delicious flavours of Truthpaste Kids that is proving popular amongst both adults and children alike!
Let customers speak for us
from 1494 reviewsLove love love these deicious truthpastes! Teeth feel so clean and gums feel fresh and healthy. The flavours stay a while which is really nice - in fact I'm left craving when I run out! ;-)

My oral health has definitely improved and I love the taste and fresh feel this product gives my mouth

I am very impressed with this toothpaste. I was suffering with bleeding gums and after using it for just a week there has been a massive improvement in my oral health. I will definitely buy it again.

Great taste and leaves my mouth feeling fresh

This is my second time choosing this brand, and I was amazed by the results. It removes all the plaque and eliminates potent garlic and onion breath. The mint flavour is very strong.

Really amazing product , I’m trying my hardest to be free from any fluoride intake within toothpaste and to find a company who does this all natural and without fluoride !it’s just perfect for me . Will keep on buying here now !

Really helped my bleeding gums, been great for me!. A bit messy when using my electric toothbrush but as long as it improves my gum health l don’t care.
I’ll definitely continue using these products. Thank you.

I love it! I have quite bad gum disease and the combination of the paste and the probiotic mouthwash is really helping the inflammation. Thankyou 😊

Have been using Truthpaste mouthwash for less than a month have noticed the difference to my sore gums and tongue. I will definitely be buying this product again.

You must try this - highly recommend.

Just started using it and like the feel it leaves. Im hoping it helps with oral microbiome...

Original: Peppermint & Wintergreen (100ml)

Really is great
Gums happy and tastes good

My mouth , teeth and gums have never felt this good . Clean . My gums calm . No sensitivity . Smells and tastes so fresh . 5* or more

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