There are people who for certain reasons can't eat sugar (for example, diabetics, men or women, suffering from obesity). However, how to live without this sweet substance to such persons, is there any alternative? Of course, there is always a way out, and on sugar too. He is a great replacement called xylitol. What this substance is, how it is produced, in which areas apply – consider in the article. Also learn about the beneficial properties of this sweetener and its possible negative impact on the human body.
It is a white crystalline substance which is soluble in water, is remarkably perceived by the body and also has its energy value. In its natural form xylitol (international name – xylitol) found in many fruits and vegetables, it can also be extracted from berries, mushrooms, oats, corn husks, birch bark. Industrial production of this substance occurs by processing of hardwood trees or corn cobs. Most xylitol produces, strangely enough, China. By the way, this substance was only identified in the late XIX century, since then it became popular in Europe (because that is where he was found) as a sweetener for people with diabetes.
The Assimilation of xylitol occurs without the participation of insulin. Due to this effect, the diabetics can use this substance without any problems. The absorption of the sweetener is very slow.
I Should say that a great sweetener - xylitol. What it besides substance that has found its application as stabilizer, emulsifier, water holding agent, already known to many.
Xylitol is often used in the food industry, for example, instead of sugar in the production of confectionary products for people suffering from diabetes and obesity. It is added to drinks, desserts. In food it fulfills the following roles:
Xylitol, the harm and benefit which will be described below, can also be used in the production of esters, synthetic resins. Of course, this substance is often used in the manufacture of chewing gum, toothpastes, means for mouthwash, medications for organ of smell.
Implements the sweetener in packs of 20, 100, 200 and 250 grams. Xylitol, the price of which is higher than the cost of regular sugar, can be purchased for 150 rubles per 200-gram pack.
This sweetener can be purchased in stores, supermarkets health food. He also sold on the Internet.
As such, the harmful effects of this substance shall not be. A negative effect can be observed only if hypersensitive to this or dietary supplements in case of overdose it. The daily dose of this sweetener should be no more than 50 grams per day for an adult. Otherwise, the possible negative manifestations: bloating, increased gas formation, upset his chair.
Xylitol, the harm and benefit which has already been noted, should be consumed according to the instructions. So next, consider what quantities should take this sweetener.
The Amount of sweetener used depends on the result that is expected of it:
In the instructions to the agent stated that to preserve xylitol can 1 year. However, if this sweetener is not spoiled, it can be applied after the expiration date. And in order that xylitol does not form lumps, it must be stored in a tightly closed glass jar in a dark, dry place. When the substance hardened, it can also be used, but yellowed sweetener should be of concern – in this case, it is better to throw.
Now you know what a great alternative to sugar is xylitol. What is this substance, how it is produced, where found a use for it, you learned from the article. We have also determined that this sweetener has many positive properties, excellent impact on human health. But the negative effects the substance practically does not give. But if people make a mistake with the dose and take sweetener in large quantities, then it may experience side effects. To avoid this, you must correctly and accurately make this product according to the instructions.
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