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Unique Sweet® Xylitol Gum, Spearmint - 100 pieces, 600 pieces

Code: 9331/2

A low-calorie delicious-tasting gum that fights cavities & plaque
Unique Sweet® Gum with xylitol, is a low-calorie delicious-tasting gum that freshens your breath, and fights cavities and plaque. Xylitol is a natural sweetener found in strawberries, raspberries and plums. Unlike sugar, xylitol is actually good for teeth. It’s beneficial for diabetics, it stimulates remineralization of teeth, and it fights ear and sinus infections.

Researchers have reported that women who chewed xylitol gum experienced a significantly reduced colony count of the bacterium responsible for causing oral cavities. Few studies have been conducted to evaluate the effect of xylitol on the virulence and structure of Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), the bacterium that causes oral cavities. This bacterium thrives in the low pH (high acid) conditions of the mouth, easily adhering to teeth and producing plaque. Consequently, researchers conducted a study in humans to evaluate changes in the form, structure and virulence of S. mutans in response to long-term consumption of gum containing xylitol. Participants were voluntarily recruited for a women"s oral health prevention program, classified into two groups (a control and a xylitol group), and then followed for one year. Ten salivary samples were randomly selected from each group.

In the xylitol group, the colony counts of S. mutans decreased steadily over time. In addition, the adherence of the colonies in the xylitol group became weak, and the size of the colonies decreased compared to the control. The secretion of sticky substances from the surface of S. mutans colonies also decreased in the xylitol group. Furthermore, in the women consuming xylitol gum, there was a decrease in the expression of the gttB gene, which reduced the production of extracellular polysaccharides that are necessary for the growth of S. mutans.

The researchers concluded that chewing xylitol gum over a long period could reduce the size and growth of S. mutans colonies.

Dosage:
Chew Unique Sweet® gum after each meal or snack.

Product Specifications:
Serving Size: 3 pieces (3.24 g) Servings Per Container: 33
Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value**
Calories: 5
Total Fat	0g	0%
Total Carbohydrates	2.16g	1%
Sugars	0g	*
Xylitol	2.16g	*
Sodium	0g	0%
Protein	0g
Daily Value not established *Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Ingredients: Xylitol, gum base, natural flavors, soy lecithin, glycerin, gum arabic and beeswax

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No import to: Australia

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