The Ol' Sugar Debate...

[covie]

Knew that question is going to come up

 

Speak to Bev from sweet nothings: Bought 2kg at R70 per KG and they mail it to you.

 

Bev Symes

Sweet Nothings

Suppliers of the natural sugar substitute, Xylitol

bev@sweetnothings.co.za

+27 (0)76 5057700<BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><BR style="mso-special-character: line-break">

[Lucky Luke.]

Knew that question is going to come up

 

Speak to Bev from sweet nothings: Bought 2kg at R70 per KG and they mail it to you.

 

Bev Symes

Sweet Nothings

Suppliers of the natural sugar substitute, Xylitol

bev@sweetnothings.co.za

+27 (0)76 5057700<BR style="mso-special-character: line-break"><BR style="mso-special-character: line-break">

 

Nice one, thanks!

[covie]

Pleasure lol I also warned her some health freak hubbers will start pestering her.

 

half price makes a big difference in today's economy and as i discovered trying to be healthy can be pretty damn expensive.

[Guest Big H]

It seems that you have to keep this stuff away from your African Grey's and other pets and you can also get gippoguts if you overdose on this.

 

Got the article below from the web........

 

The dangers of Xylitol..... seems there are not many!!!!!!!

 

Many of our sugar-free cookies, gums and candies are sweetened with xylitol, a naturally occurring sweetener with less calories and carbohydrates than sugar. Further studies have revealed a positive impact in decreasing bad bacteria in the mouth (thus decreasing cavities) leading to the addition of xylitol to mouthwash and toothpastes as well. With xylitol being added to so many products, the question must be asked: is it safe?

.What is Xylitol?

Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance first discovered in 1891 by Emil Fischer, a German chemist. This white powder looks and tastes similar to sugar and has been used as an alternative sweetener since the 1960's, and is widely recognized for helping to reduce cavities and improve dental hygiene. Our bodies produce as much as 15 grams per day and other foods like mushrooms, lettuce, berries and fruits are excellent sources. Commercially, xylitol is derived from birch trees, hardwood trees and other vegetation.

Uses

More than 35 countries have approved xylitol for use in oral care products, pharmaceuticals and food. It can be found in gum, hard candies, cough syrup, chewable vitamins for children, mouthwash, toothpaste and chewing gum. The United States has also approved it for use as a food additive. The benefits include reduction in the formation of dental cavities, increased saliva, reduction in the formation plaque, less calories (about one third less) than sugar and a lower reading on the glycemic index (making it useful for diabetics or those on low carb diets).

Is Xylitol Safe?

The FDA confirmed, in 1986, that xylitol is safe for humans. Side effects are a rare occurrence in humans and are generally mild. Exceeding six to eight grams daily as an oral care plan can result in stomach discomfort. Exceeding forty grams per day when used as a sweetener can cause discomfort and diarrhea. The real dangers of the substance are to our furry friends. Even small amounts can cause liver failure, seizures and death in dogs.

Toxic Effects on Dogs

This sugar substitute which has so many benefits in humans is quickly proving to be very toxic and even fatal for dogs that ingest even a small amount (in gum or sugar-free products). According to the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), within 30 minutes of consuming a small amount of a product sweetened with xylitol, dogs experience rapidly plummeting blood sugar, vomiting, lethargy and can experience difficulty walking or standing.

Severe Effects

Severe cases of toxic consumption have presented with seizures, internal hemorrhaging and liver failure. The ASPCA estimates that two or three sticks of gum sweetened with xylitol could be toxic to a twenty pound dog. Fast, aggressive treatment from your vet is essential to effectively reversing the toxic effects and saving your dog. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center spokeswoman, Dana Farbman, has expressed concern based on the rapid effects of xylitol on a dog's system, warning that the window of opportunity for treatment is small.

Warning

If you use products containing xylitol, make sure you keep them well out of reach for your pets. If you suspect that your dog has ingested something that is sweetened with xylitol, call your veterinarian immediately

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Read more: What Are the Dangers of Xylitol? | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_5159158_dangers-xylitol.html#ixzz1Ai3yE0dL

[covie]

Yeah Bev warned me to take the first week easy as there is a diaharetic effect while the body aclimatizes to the xylitol. Especially if you drink 20 + cuppa's a day

And yeah dont get it anywhere near your pets.

[T-girl]

Anyone tried Stevia?

[vanniri]

I have been living in more than a handful of countries and one clear trend is obese people eating lots of sugar and processed foods.

 

Accordingly I have invested in a pharmaceutical company on the edge of diabetics diagnotics and treatment.

 

This investment is as safe as the investment in tobacco companies after WWI, great depression and WWII

[Lucky Luke.]

I have been living in more than a handful of countries and one clear trend is obese people eating lots of sugar and processed foods.

 

Accordingly I have invested in a pharmaceutical company on the edge of diabetics diagnotics and treatment.

 

This investment is as safe as the investment in tobacco companies after WWI, great depression and WWII

 

Makes sense! Even non-diabetics can benefit from blood sugar-stabilizing products like 32GI, especially in today's minefield of foods rich in sugar and corn starch.