Common sugar substitute in gum and toothpaste tied to heart risks and mortality, study finds
A study shared at the European Society of Cardiology's yearly meeting suggests that xylitol, a sweetener frequently found in toothpaste and chewing gum, may be associated with a higher chance of suffering a stroke, heart attack, or death. One researcher noted that their findings indicated a connection between elevated xylitol levels in the blood and cardiovascular issues among patients at high risk over a three-year timeframe.
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