Xylitol: The sugar substitute that helps to prevent tooth decay

Wouldn't you find it amazing if you were told that there was a sweet tasting food item that, if just consumed in moderation on a daily basis over time, could reduce your potential for experiencing tooth decay on the order of 30 to even 70%. And, in addition, this food's beneficial effect could persist for some years even after you had discontinued consuming it?

Well, actually, this "miracle" food item does exist. It's a sugar substitute called xylitol. And while an absolute consensus regarding its exact mechanism of action and degree of benefit does not yet exist, there seems to be little reason why a person shouldn't use xylitol or xylitol formulated products as one of the means by which they can help to minimize their risk for dental cavities.