Total Sweet 100% Natural Xylitol, 1kg

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Obviously using sugar to achieve this sweet taste would completely negate the point of using such products, and as a result of this, artificial sweeteners are used in its place – and the most common of these is of course once again, xylitol. a b Schmid, R.D.; Hovda, L.R. (2016). "Acute hepatic failure in a dog after xylitol ingestion". Journal of Medical Toxicology. 12 (2): 201–205. doi: 10.1007/s13181-015-0531-7. PMC 4880608. PMID 26691320.

or HO(CH 2)(CHOH) 3(CH 2)OH; specifically, one particular stereoisomer with that structural formula. It is a colorless or white crystalline solid that is freely soluble in water. It can be classified as a polyalcohol and a sugar alcohol, specifically an alditol. The name derives from Ancient Greek: ξύλον, xyl[on] 'wood', with the suffix -itol used to denote sugar alcohols. We’ve put together this guide on xylitol poisoning in dogs to explain why this ingredient is so toxic for your pup and outline the signs to look out for if they do manage to get their paws on it. What is xylitol?With this in mind, this article will introduce you to five surprising things that can contain xylitol that might not be immediately obvious to you, and which could harm your dog if they are given such products or eat them accidentally. Read on to learn more. Vitamins and supplements You can cook with Total Sweet Xylitol: replace sugar ‘one for one’ in your baking for less calorific cakes, biscuits and other treats. Forssten, Sofia D.; Björklund, Marika; Ouwehand, Arthur C. (2 March 2010). " Streptococcus mutans, caries, and simulation models". Nutrients. 2 (3): 290–298. doi: 10.3390/nu2030290. ISSN 2072-6643. PMC 3257652. PMID 22254021.

Primarily, the liver metabolizes absorbed xylitol. The main metabolic route in humans occurs in cytoplasm, via nonspecific NAD-dependent dehydrogenase (polyol dehydrogenase), which transforms xylitol to D-xylulose. Specific xylulokinase phosphorylates it to D-xylulose-5-phosphate. This then goes to pentose phosphate pathway for further processing. [20] Xylitol has 2.4 kilocalories of food energy per gram of xylitol (10 kilojoules per gram) according to U.S. and E.U. food-labeling regulations. [19] [3] The real value can vary, depending on metabolic factors. [20] Total Sweet is Europe’s leading brand of natural xylitol and is made from sustainable European birch and beech wood. Xylitol looks, feels and tastes like sugar and can be used in cooking or to sweeten hot drinks, fruit or cereal - just like the real thing.Top Xylitol Toothpaste. Spry Xylitol Toothpaste, Fluoride-Free, Natural Peppermint.Himalaya Botanique Whitening Antiplaque Toothpaste with Xylitol.Epic Xylitol Toothpaste - Sugar Free & Aspartame Free Toothpaste Sweetened w/Xylitol.Spry Xylitol Toothpaste, Fluoride-Free, Natural Spearmint. 2. Is xylitol in toothpaste safe?

Xylitol can cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels) as a dog’s pancreas will confuse it with real sugar, which makes it release more insulin. The insulin then removes the real sugar in the body, leading to plummeting blood sugar levels. Another reaction to xylitol is liver failure and this is even more serious, but it’s not known what causes this to happen. How much xylitol is dangerous to dogs?Wrolstad, Ronald E. (2012). Food Carbohydrate Chemistry. John Wiley & Sons. p.176. ISBN 9780813826653 . Retrieved 20 October 2012– via Google Books.

Total Sweet Xylitol promotes healthy teeth: Xylitol is already an ingredient in many chewing gums, toothpastes, mints and mouth washes for its dental benefits. It can help to create an alkaline environment in the mouth, which can help reduce cavities and prevent plaque build-up. It can also help the mouth absorb calcium and other minerals that help your teeth stay strong and healthy.There are a couple of even more surprising products that can contain this ingredient. Parents of pups who love stealing laundry should know that certain brands of athletic clothing have pieces that contain xylitol. And for those with little ones, some pacifier wipes and bottle wipes can also have the ingredient in them. Who knew?! Xylitol is a type of artificial sugar substitute that is used in place of natural sugar in a wide variety of different types of products, and which is a very common ingredient in sugar-free goods in the UK. Lee, Young-Eun; Choi, Youn-Hee; Jeong, Seong-Hwa; Kim, Hee-Sook; Lee, Sung-Hee; Song, Keun-Bae (16 December 2008). "Morphological changes in Streptococcus mutans after chewing gum containing xylitol for twelve months". Current Microbiology. 58 (4): 332–337. doi: 10.1007/s00284-008-9332-4. ISSN 0343-8651. PMID 19085034. S2CID 6520956. If you get to the vets early enough then your vet may be able to induce vomiting to get the product out of your dog’s system, greatly reducing the chances of any serious damage. EFSA pannel (June 2011). "Scientific opinion on the substantiation of health claims related to sugar-free chewing gum sweetened with xylitol and plaque acid neutralisation (ID 485), maintenance of tooth mineralisation (ID 486, 562, 1181), reduction of dental plaque (ID 485, 3085)". EFSA Journal. 9 (6): 2266. doi: 10.2903/j.efsa.2011.2266.