Study links xylitol to higher heart attack and stroke risk
A new study says xylitol, a common sweetener in products like chewing gum and yogurt, may be linked to higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, and death.
WASHINGTON (dpa-AFX) - A common sweetener called xylitol, used in products such as chewing gum, toothpaste, jam, yogurt and ice cream, may be linked to a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes and death, according to a new study.'Artificial sweeteners are widely embraced by modern society, and the s…