xylitol

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xy·li·tol | \ ˈzī-lə-ˌtȯl

, -ˌtōl

Definition of xylitol

: a crystalline alcohol C₅H₁₂O₅ that is a derivative of xylose, is obtained especially from birch bark, and is used as a sweetener

Examples of xylitol in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Chocolate, grapes, raisins and citrus are toxic to dogs and cats, as is the sweetener xylitol that may be used in marijuana gummies. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 20 Apr. 2022 Glenn snapped pictures and continued to report on his and the spacecraft's condition, successfully controlling the capsule's altitude and eating a tube of applesauce and a xylitol pill before he was given the OK for his second orbit. — Julia Musto, Fox News, 20 Feb. 2022 Researchers tested whether chewing gum made with the sweetener xylitol could help. — Laura Ungar, chicagotribune.com, 3 Feb. 2022 The inner band feels cool to the touch, courtesy of a fabric with moisture-absorbing xylitol crystals. — Svati Kirsten Narula, Outside Online, 10 May 2021 Experts say there is some scientific evidence that both xylitol and hydrogen peroxide can have an antiviral effect. — Miriam Fauzia, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2021 Bailey says dogs are more at risk for eating human foods that are toxic, like chocolate or snacks containing xylitol, an artificial sweetener. — Texas A&m University, Houston Chronicle, 11 Apr. 2020 Those planning to do so should take care that their pets are kept away from the eggs, as many candies contain toxic xylitol or chocolate. — Texas A&m University, Houston Chronicle, 11 Apr. 2020 Some brands are now using xylitol to sweeten their product. — Washington Post, 28 Dec. 2019 See More

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