What is Xylitol? - Dr. Berg

[@ThatNaelis]

In Finland all of our bubble gum have xylitol instead of sugar, as the bubble gum was often marketed as something to help with tooth issues. Due to the positive effects on teeth, the gum is also given out regularily for children after school lunches :) Of course you shouldn't swallow your bubble gum, but the xylitol tastes pretty good when chewed.

[@dougsyd1662]

ThatNaelis always wanted to visit Finland. Is there a town called Sydbotten there?

[@sparkythekid9750]

I have heard of dogs dying from eating that gum. We have it here in the states and it's very popular as a sugar free gum.

[@ThatNaelis]

Yeah there is. It's called Suupohja in Finnish, Sydbotten in Swedish, I believe. It's in a heavily Fenno-Swedish area in Western Finland :)

[@atlas8827]

FINLAND IS THE BEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD Down with the imperialist swedes and arrogant russians!

[@DannyGruesome]

I always swallow my gum. Had one guy try best to convince me of the old "it stays in your stomach for 10 years!" Wives tale. Then again i rarely chew gum.

[@WakandaBabe]

Just tried Xylitol made from Birch (non-GMO) for the 1st time. I like my Black tea sweetened (not my coffee tho.) Very surprised...no aftertaste whatsoever, sweetens like sugar. My search is over.

[@mfihlondwandwe9082]

Mine too.

[@mordekaihorowitz]

I agree it's great for drinks and simple sweetening, but I'm still looking for a substitute that has the chemical qualities and aftertaste-free facet of sugar for baking

[@damirsuperlaserrozpindalat5392]

Are you guys still doing it? Any noticeable effects? I'm on my first week of sugar substitution.

[@nana-bl6tk]

Short, on point, educational, love your work making these videos!

[@JD..........]

Gum in South Korea commonly has Xylitol, even the major brands. I think we're on the verge of a teeth vitality revolution... not to mention the jaw benefits if gum chewing. Our food today is too soft.

[@rachkate76]

* Certain brands of peanut butter often have xylitol if you happen to share your peanut butter with your dog. XClear make a nasal spray with xylitol.

[@Sable1837]

I recently started using XClear this season as my allergies have been awful and I couldn't keep the sinus and ear infections at bay. This stuff works great and I like that you can use it as much as needed compared to steroid sprays.

[@rachkate76]

Sable1837 I haven't tried it but I'm curious. So far I've been making my own solution that an ENT gave me: alkaline water, tea tree oil and castor oil. When it runs out I'll try XClear. ☺

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

I heard it's poisonous to dogs, so I'm out...

[@cg8360]

It helps for dry mouth

[@MichaelMa]

I don't know if the suppliers are cutting xylitol with sucrose to meet the unexpected demand these days but when measuring blood ketones, xylitol reduces ketones as much as sugar in same small quantities.

[@AadaKLopez]

You are my personal Doctor. nlg. I love your work!

[@eifionphillips3004]

One of my fav docs and Dr Willam Davis and Dr Sircus, all have great info, cheers!

[@toya0305]

I'm looking forward to hearing your take on the new findings about xylitol. I see that the study they're referring to had limitations like the one on erythritol.

[@masterkey6596]

Wondering if it's fatal to dogs, should we be eating it? would be interesting to know the difference, many thanks

[@annamariar.7415]

Chocolate is fatal for dogs too. And we eat it and it's kind a save for us.

[@mdmichsocial6540]

With dogs, it confuses their pancreas causing hypoglycemia and liver failure. As humans, there are many cons as to why I avoid eating xylitol. It may be ok for toothbrushing, mouthwash but consuming/ingesting is not healthy - especially on a regular basis. It can cause IBS, osmotic diarrhea, gas and dysbiosis. It ferments in the gut and disrupts flora which can lead to immune issues along with it increases phosphorus and oxalates which can cause kidney stones in some people. Ironically, Dupont is one of the largest makers of hardwood derived xylitol having plants in America, Europe and China. Xylitol is man made after taking xylose from birch or xylan from corn and needs to be broken down in a process called acid hydrolyzing. This requires a high temperature and a catalyst known as Raney nickel, an aluminum alloy - heavy metal. After this process known as hydrogenation, one is left with xylose and acetic acid. The acidic acid needs to be removed by heating it so it can evaporate. The resulting syrup is pure xylose which must be stabilized into a crystallized sugar alcohol by mixing it with ethanol. A few spins in a centrifuge creates xylitol. Chemists are experimenting with copper, wheat straw and fermenting yeast or sulphuric acid instead of raney nickel, as well & still not truly healthy. With the catalyst normally being raney nickel an aluminum alloy it can be harmful for those with MTHFR gene mutations that can't detox heavy metals which aluminum accumulates and can pass the blood to brain barrier causing Alzheimer's/dementia with long time consumption. Most xylitol is from China (usually GMO corn based) since they hand harvest their corn and have an abundance of corncobs they opted to profit off manufacturing xylitol. Birch xylitol is expensive and harder to find but there are a few companies in US like Espure and Health Garden. However, all xylitol products will cause gas and GI disturbances if consumed as a sugar substitute since it is osmotic that draws water out of the body and into the intestines causing peristalsis (the bowels to move).

[@Marlene-ii9zw]

​@@mdmichsocial6540 Just the kind of info I was looking for, being very analytical. Thank you

[@cherryblossom15]

@@mdmichsocial6540Thank you

[@mr.x90_90]

​@@mdmichsocial6540I have been using xylitol daily for 2 weeks, about 2 teaspoons for my black tea. So far I haven't had any problems with it, including no diarrhea.

[@jasonwaggoner548]

Doctor Berg my biggest body problem is quitting alcohol. Will you make a video on how to stop? Thank You sir!

[@Carol-cb9yu]

Look into the Sinclair Method. If you can't find or afford a doctor, buy the book and order Naltrexone from overseas.

[@katherinerosemore274]

How ya doin?

[@emh8861]

Very slowly

[@marciavilla1421]

Thanks Dr Berg for your amazing information. I have really learned a lot recently, after discovering you. Question: Can I take all of my Vitamins and minerals while fasting? I haven't heard anything regarding this in your videos. Thanks.

[@michelel1852]

Dr Berg found this statement on the Cleveland clinic. Your response please. Elevated amounts of the sugar alcohol xylitol are associated with heightened incident risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and enhanced platelet reactivity and thrombosis potential, according to new research from Cleveland Clinic with significant public health implications.

[@LoyolaMan]

Once again, it is for large quantities. Read that stupid study first

[@user46318]

Xylitol is GREAT for oral health. Love your explanation Dr. Berg.

[@sandystrait3878]

It kills bacteria in the mouth and therefore likely kills necessary bacteria in the stomach...

[@TLOVE-zl4yd]

My question: What’s considered too much? Would 2-4 table spoons be too much? And to answer your question Dr. Berg... Biggest problem areas are stomach and hip.

[@raciod1111]

Can you do a video on carpal tunnel syndrome and strain in the wrist and forearm?

[@williamsalgado9738]

Thank you very much this has been quite helpful to me. Thanks. Peace and Love ☮🤍

[@Lululilil]

Dr.berg you are the best

[@simo4west]

Thank you for the information

[@Drberg]

@mightyhat Absolutely! Thank you for watching.

[@donaldcarter4324]

This is good news as primal max has this ingrediant. Glad to see other alternative MDs are on the same page. Keto works!

[@faithlaw8516]

Thank you Dr Berg!!

[@Drberg]

Most welcome!

[@jamesagnew6512]

Thank you, Dr. Berg.

[@MrFernanrc]

teeth feel great, but this has caused me to have diriah and heart problems, I am not sure if the dehydration causes the heart palpitations or if it's now the coffee which didn't do this before. I used it for around 2 weeks. My mom has the same issues.

[@deborahrosen3324]

Can u cover a condition called Chronic Dyspepsia? Chronic gas, indigestion & bloating that leads to painful digestion? Thx.

[@foxybob222]

natl apple cider vinegr !!

[@newkingdom6750]

I was never officially diagnosed with that but had those symptoms so severe every night all night I could barely sleep. I've been taking Heather's peppermint oil capsules (make sure it's Heather's, they are double coated) twice a day on empty stomach, the juice of half a lemon in warm water on empty first thing in morning, and 2 Tbs ACV w/ 1/4 tsp baking soda twice a day. I'm literally about 80% better already after a month and a half!! And I eat really good, organic, very low sugar and processed, etc (but I do still have some fun here and there.. I still like my wine and organic chocolate;)

[@foxybob222]

Hi what is organic chocolate ? where you get it ! have you tied CBD oil ?

[@newkingdom6750]

BOBObro kake I usually get it at Trader Joe's (they have very inexpensive organic wine there too:), or you can find it at just about any grocery store in health food section. You can find it online many places too.. Vitacost, Thrivemarket, Amazon etc. And yes I have top of the line CBD oil ($100/oz..ouch!) and I find it helps moderately for anxiety but not always due to the nature of my anxiety (aftereffects of long term benzodiazepine and anti-depressant use). And I didn't notice that it helped my digestive issues.

[@foxybob222]

Thanks on the tips on the chocolate ! Glad you have used CBD me big time ! Sorry it don't do more for you ! do you use heavy dose of B-vits ? they help a lot anxiety i have when i do have ! Good Luck !!

[@shubhamwadde1498]

I have a question citric acid:give acidity:: zylitol:?

[@ismailyema]

شكرا جزيلا لكم على هذا الموضوع

[@artfasil]

You are awesome Dr.Berg.

[@jetaurus]

I use XYLOSE. What is the diferrence between XYLOSE and XYLITOL? Which one is better and safer?

[@lorrainecray3965]

Is it worth asking a question, I noticed that there is no replies to viewers questions from Dr Berg ☹️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Caroline_Homeschooler]

To be fair to Dr. Berg he has many, many subscribers and it’s unfair to think he can answer some or all of the questions on this thread. A lot of questions I see are asking about the different sugars to which he has made many videos explaining all of them. Also, he is not anyone’s personal physician, you can ask your own Dr. but they don’t know anything so do the best you can do and research for yourself. Good luck!

[@AyataHiragi]

But how often can you eat/drink it? If I wanted to put it into my tea. Does it break Keto?

[@jackiedoesntcare]

I don't wanna fill out the thing because I don't need anymore emails daily, but if you could touch on Lyme disease I'd be interested to see what you have to say. I've suffered for many years with this tricky disease. Many doctors have told me theres nothing wrong with me and that chronic Lyme disease is not a thing, but I was diagnosed 20 years ago and I still get flare ups every few years

[@TRunner4]

I know this is an old video, but is seems other are starting to ask the same question. Since the new study has come out the xylitol is linked to heart attacks and cancer, what are your thoughts? Would love know more on this before I start buy things that have xylitol in them.

[@muratisik6956]

What new study do you mean? And what does it say exactly?

[@TRunner4]

@@muratisik6956 Don't remember where the study was done. But it was from a reliable medical source. I'm sure a quick Google search would get you a better answer. Do wish Dr. Berg would have addressed this in a video, since it has connections to heart disease, strokes and cancer.

[@bennyhgonter]

Love your videos how can I get this in toothpaste and know that it’s legit do you recommend a good toothpaste? I’d like to get my gums to come back and I’ve done some reading. It says that gum session is stopped and gums will slowly grow back if you use this Xylitol, please respond.

[@Drberg]

Hello. Unfortunately, Dr. Berg does not recommend specific brands, because he can't track the source and quality of materials they use. Dr. Berg is just directing you to the type of supplement that may help so you can begin researching it. -Dr. Berg's Support Team

[@ninobach7456]

I recommend using xylitol mints after food, it improves oral health A LOT

[@Drberg]

Yes, that one is good.

[@awakenedsoul]

This world is horrible. Half people say xylitol is good and than half say bad who the hell can we trust these days

[@SmashinAdams]

Jesus; No hell needed.

[@pustel]

If dr berg says its fine then its fine (99,9%)

[@ADHDPatrick]

@@pustel word!

[@pustel]

The thing about Xylitol is you have to increase the amount gradually. Your body needs to get used to it.

[@Emi-hn7ff]

pustel pustel I had to find this out the hard way! Was a week on keto and everything was fine, except for my tiredness which I was going to fix with nutritional yeast, but then I decided to try a keto brownie recipe, which asked for Xylitol, and I also put Xylitol in my coffee that day. It wasn‘t much, 1/2 tsp in my coffee and about 200g for the brownie recipe, from which I ate only one, and I got the worst Diarrhea I had in a while. Thought it was related to keto since some people have this issue but it was gone the next day when I stopped eating Xylitol. I will now add it in micrograms to my meals to get used to it lol.

[@hasanjamison1738]

Informative video. Thanks.

[@dadaustin4570]

Can you chew xylitol gum while on a 3 day fast?

[@mr.x90_90]

I have been using xylitol daily for 2 weeks, about 2 teaspoons for my black tea. So far I haven't had any problems with it, including no diarrhea.

[@theUroshman]

Question: How come can xylitol be fetal for one kind of mammals (dogs; in them causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), seizures, liver failure, or even death in dogs), but beneficial for other kind of mammals (people)?

[@annajolie79]

Hello Dr Berg. Do you recommend raw manuka honey GMO free on keto?

[@chrispatriot]

I just came to watch what you had to say about Xylitol after I saw a STUNNING 72 year old Australian woman, Carolyn Hartz recommend it. You're kind of my "Go To" source now when I want to separate fact from fiction...

[@debramarsch5024]

Are there any dangers of consuming Xylitol? I know Erythritol just received a huge Danger warning from the Cleveland Clinic. Thank you

[@brazilian-lady9175]

Thank you Dr.

[@r.k1050]

Can I ask, how is this made? is it bleached? whats the process? Does anyone know?

[@Emi-hn7ff]

One thing you need to be aware of is that some people may not be used to Xylitol at all at first. I had to find this out the hard way! Was a week on keto and everything was fine, until I decided to try a keto brownie recipe, which asked for Xylitol. On that day I also put Xylitol in my coffee. It wasn‘t much, 1/2 tsp in my coffee and about 200g for the brownie recipe, from which I ate only one little piece, and I got the worst Diarrhea I’ve had in a while. Thought it was related to the keto diet since some people have this issue but it was gone the next day when I stopped eating Xylitol. I will now add it in micrograms to my meals to get used to it lol.

[@xploit811]

Hi Emelyn, im having severe diarhaea because of Xylitol. How did you solve your diarhea problem? I have visited the bathroom almost 20 times today.

[@Emi-hn7ff]

@@xploit811 I‘m sorry to hear that. I‘m gonna be completely honest with you, I stopped using xylitol and switched over to Erythritol, and changed up my keto diet to a more diverse one. I noticed that strict keto was good, but not for the long term bcs it affected my hormones in a way that wasn‘t healthy for my thyroid. If you suffer from diarrhea more than ten times then I would say you should see a doctor! Because of all the minerals you lost it could be very detrimental that you get treated, so you don‘t suffer any further. I wish you all the best!

[@xploit811]

@@Emi-hn7ff Thanks Emilyn, my doctor told me to stop Xylitol and all acid rich foods (Meat, Grains, salads) as this is what caused the diarrhea. He said artificial sweeteners affect PH in a way where all good bacteria die too so when you eat anything acidic, there is no good bacteria to counter the bad ones. A painful lesson learnt today.

[@Emi-hn7ff]

@@xploit811 Good to know, I hope you feel better now! Keto is not everything, and when I can recommend anything it's a balanced diet. All the best.

[@TrishLester]

@@xploit811 Your doctor told you to stop eating meats, grains and salads? As if those three categories of food are related? I would ask your MD what nutrition source provided THAT information.

[@Xag2011]

Hey Dr. Berg.. so the FDA is banning Xylitol due to increased heart attack and stoke its said it can “Supercharge blood platelets making them more likely to Clot”.. im not sure if I consumed this but I do eat and use the items listed with it.. should we get checked with our PCP?!

[@Whatsoutsidespace]

Hi, i’m trying to learn more on xylitol since i’ve been consuming a lot lately, do you suppose to have the link to the study on how xylitol is linked with heart issues?

[@Xag2011]

@@Whatsoutsidespace it’s not letting me post the link unfortunately it was on NBC news

[@Whatsoutsidespace]

@@Xag2011 thank you so much. I’ll try and look it up ッ

[@LoyolaMan]

Don't listen to idiots like this. Communicate with actual doctors

[@FurkanGlr7]

Is it good for Candida?

[@weiss27md]

Dr. Berg, Do any of these zero calorie natural sweeteners effect gut bacteria? Like stevia, xylitol and erythritol.

[@Carol-cb9yu]

Yes, xylitol disrupts the bad ones and encourages the good ones. It disrupts biofilms.

[@priyankakapoor4193]

@@Carol-cb9yu thanks, but that's not what the sugar does. So I'm assuming the same with xylitol as well? Help me to understand pls

[@MyThundermuffin]

Thomas DeLauer says sugar alcohols, like xylitol, rots in the gut. Can you comment on this Dr. Berg?

[@___xyz___]

What does "rot in the gut" even mean? Does it cause food in the gut to rot? Does the gut itself rot? Sugar alcohols themselves can not _"rot"_ in the traditional sense of material decay. It's either absorbed and/or metabolised, or it's not. If it's edible to bacteria, then they will eat it, and make waste products in a myriad of forms, from (intestinal) gas to dopamine to neurotoxins, all depending on the microbes. The actual effects vary greatly from one sugar alcohol to the next. (In fact, chemically, sucrose is considered an alcohol. But it's way different from, say, erythritol.) As do gut microbes vary from person to person. But does it "rot"? Well, what if it does. Is that a problem? People have been eating plants containing sugar alcohols for millennia. Admittedly, never in such huge amounts as today. But if it was such a problem, I'm sure we would've known already. Either way, if you're worried about bacterial overgrowth, or aim to completely optimise your health, stop consuming sugars altogether. Simple sugars, as least, will eventually deteriorate the gut lining mucus and cause inflammation. Other sugar alcohols may do this, too. We don't know this for sure. But if you're super worried and not addicted to sweets like the rest of us, why take the chance.

[@debbielynn7881]

@@___xyz___ you had me at what does rot in the gut even mean. Lol. I've learned about the gut like you have. Nice explanation for those who dnt know! Good job.

[@fluidartbymemememay5064]

What about allulose as a sweetener? Especially in baking occasional keto recipes?

[@MariNative]

I recently purchased xylitol it doesn’t say is organic, however it does have the non gmo project verified logo, is it still good quality, or the same as the organic? What is your recommendations? Thank You

[@47retta]

Can xylitol or erithritol interfere with the microbiome in the gut?

[@loremipsum54321]

Xylitol is really bad for people with IBS.

[@amyskelton]

I am a thin, pretty fit early 40's woman and my biggest problem is the muffin top! Hard to get rid of! 😟

[@jcronin3155]

What's a muffin top?

[@korahreed8703]

@@jcronin3155 its like bottom of your stomach fat

[@davidl.howser9707]

Hello to Dr.Berg. Doctor have you or would you please produce a video on the zig zag technique of varying total weekly maximum caloric intact each day in varying amounts reach your weekly allowed maximum total in hope of breaking through a weight lose plateau to then continue donward loosing weight? Thank you very much.

[@Manoahmanolo]

Lol, GMO does not imply the use of herbicides. In fact, GMO crops are often modified in such a way they can withstand pests better, so herbicides are needed less.

[@kojikicklighter371]

Xylitol and sorbitol give me blinding(literally) headaches. It took me a while to figure it out.

[@emh8861]

Not surprised . Its dog poison.

[@ceceliaellis9916]

walter white Some of those artificial sweeteners cause seizures that’s y u have headaches. Doctors say stick to sugar. 16 calories a teaspoon and it’s natural

[@ApexHerbivore]

@@ceceliaellis9916 "Doctors say stick to sugar" ....really?

[@debbielynn7881]

@@ApexHerbivore I know right!? So wronnnngo!

[@pustel]

@Bernd DasBrot No

[@bellacortez]

Is it possible to reverse tooth decay I.e heal cavities ? I've heard of people being about to heal cavities and I always wondered; if teeth are bone why can't you heal them?

[@priyankakapoor4193]

@Ahava- Hello, Could it heal your cavities?

[@paulmartin6152]

Hi I just bought 5 lbs of Xylitol and put three teaspoons in my morning coffee. Taste just like sugar however The next day I had Winnie the Pooh “rumblie in the tumblie. Caused very uncontrolled bowel Is 3 teaspoons too many. I have scales that measure grains but even iPhone can’t convert teaspoon into grams

[@ladiuneeq9789]

Yes, that was too much to start. Use just a little the first two weeks until you get used to it.

[@akilina_]

Does it increase blood sugar?I have heard few people saying it increased their blood sugar

[@mariefalk-x5l]

thank you good video.what about if one has no thyroid.lost it ny thyroidcancer.what to eat and what to think about to not get it back and sustain the health,got bad teeth bones skin hair.and can continue live without thyroid.eat levaxin

[@JoJo-cy9hr]

Hi Dr Berg. What are the effects of low carb chocolate bars / bread and less sugar sweets in our body? Say coke zero or no /less sugar icecream

[@lindadurand247]

It's all bad, all that sugar free junk food is the worst, no one should ever drink zero coke or any coke for that matter, it's all toxic, I see your message is from 2 yrs ago, did you give all that highly processed food and drink up?

[@anji3117]

My biggest problem is cinstant folliculitis in the folds of the skin of my face.. I need recommendation for safe cream thanks 💕

[@cosmichealth3907]

Take any cream add colloidal silver to that.rub on affecteda areas.

[@rhondabahamas]

I'll just continue to use baking soda

[@Atomicbonde]

Where can I find a non-xylitol nasal spray

[@augustoelmontro]

Hello Dr Berg My name is Manuel and I have Two massive problems, one of them is turbinate hypertropy, had surgery and nothing, the other is hiperhidrosis my hands and feet sweat like a river try everything and nothing 😕😕😕, can you help me?

[@Drberg]

Hello Manuel, here is some information on how to use sage to stop sweaty armpits and what other natural remedies help to calm overactive sweat glands 👉 www.drberg.com/blog/best-remedy-for-excess-sweating-or-hyperhidrosis?srsltid=AfmBOoo1qUrYXCSjmybDHXodbXu1nLcbP0C3JeavF9233ztOjDlaVJ3l

[@unguapokille]

Hello doctor Berg, is xylitol alkaline?

[@slimrockwrestlers7334]

Is birch bark better than the corn one ?

[@lisagardner4814]

Dr is xylitol from corn ok to use I cannot use the one from birch I have a birch allergy

[@vanessawebber235]

Hey Dr. Berg. Thanks so much for all your wonderful videos. My husband and I love watching and learning. You've covered many of my health issues, gastritis, gerd, no gallbladder. I'm wondering about my hyatel hernia. Can it be healed, what is it, what kind of damage does it do, can it hurt my heart?? Also, off topic, many of my supplements have ingredients such as maltodextrin and glycol among others. Is this something I should be concerned about when taking them? Thanks again to you and Karen! We love you guys!!

[@jasminemh5664]

.Aslam Alikom,hello Dr.Berg I'm from Jordan, can you tell me about Brewer yeast ,is it good for hair and skin because it's contain all vitamin B except b12 . And how can I get your product of joint for Mama please Doctor replay me please . 🌸🌺thanks Dr.Berg

[@lolososo6760]

Hi dr berg can i use erythritol for my oral health instead of xylitol?

[@Drberg]

No

[@lolososo6760]

@@Drberg can you further explain why not? As Google states a alot of false information, thanks for your efforts

[@LoyolaMan]

​@@lolososo6760why don't you ask a dentist?

[@razaahmed9286]

Hi Dr Eric berg love your videos very informative and learnt a lot can you please make a video on hey fever or seasonal allergy thanks

[@suzanneemerson9787]

“Hey fever!” 😆😆😆😆😆

[@pamelasundberg6859]

Dr. Berg.. I recommend you to ALL my friends with health issues… my biggest problem is FATTY LIVER.. I don’t know what not to eat and how to heal it.. I also need to ask you if xylitol ( Birch non GMO)is bad for the liver… I’ve read it’s very bad for a dogs liver).. I’m trying to find a sweetner for my vanilla yogurt that’s not going to destroy my liver any more than it is…).. thank you!.. pamela

[@eileenfb1948]

After right side discomfort a scan showed no stones but ducts were full of crystals or chaff. Dad had very narrow ducts which I may also have too. Any advice on clearing and keeping ducts clear. I can eat cheese but more than two ounces makes me feel grotty. Love your videos,. Thank you.

[@snorkchop8134]

You need K2 to make sure calcium from cheese gets in your bones and teeth instead of just sitting there. K2 keeps plaque out of arteries. That's why Berg sells that D3+K2 pill. The two vitamins work together for immune and directing calcium. But some people buy the vitamins individually and guess how much. I just take his instead.

[@JenniferMyers]

Something that upsets my stomach, that’s what lol

[@umy9828]

Have you found any sugar substitutes that don’t upset your stomach? I have this problem with a lot of the sugar substitutes.

[@keeganmorgan]

Candida overgrowth and how to do a candida and liver cleanse (psoriasis)

[@dvijayvergia]

How many tsp of it can we take in a day.. For diabetic person

[@dianeolsen4298]

I have a definite allergy to sorbitol. According to my GI doc I should stay away from all sugar alcohols, which I believe xylitol is. I do have IBS so I don’t risk any ....ol sugar alcohols....another would be malitol. Chicory root, or insulin, seems to be another trigger. Can you comment?

[@moniquedarquea2147]

Hello Dr. Berg! What amount of xylitol in grams/mcg etc. registers as a 7 on the Glycemic Index?🤷‍♀️ Thank you. Just curious, as I enjoy chewing gum with xylitol to combat snacking urges but don't want to spike insulin unknowingly.😁

[@andycivil]

The glycemic index is a comparison with glucose on a per-gram basis. So, whatever insulin spike arose from 10g of glucose, if you took 10g of xylitol instead, the insulin spike would be 7% of that. It's like being able to say that balsa wood has 20% of the density of water: you don't need to know how much balsa wood there is, it's still gonna float.

[@peterabraham1168]

Be careful consuming too much. After a few weeks I ate around 5-7 grams a day for a few days and it upset my digestion for a week. It was not pleasant. Start out slow and gauge how you feel.

[@levicodm1961]

You arent supposed to eat just chew and through it out and that only 3 times after meals

[@tulsisevadasi]

Can you do one about stevia please?

[@tat9503]

Could you tell what to do with fibromialgy?

[@debbielynn7881]

Hope you found relief. I have issues w it myself bc of other chronic illness. But going keto yr and a half ago, losing weight, no sugar or processed, working out...turned my life around. Total 180. I run stairs and use kettle balls. Walk a mile. I used a scooter at amusement parks 2yrs ago so...

[@karstenvonfjellheim5321]

I just noticed a lot of liquid vitamins, like B12 drops, use Xylitol as a sweetener. Hm....I wonder how many carbs I am getting from that

[@stangboy3029]

From birch only? I got one off amazon and it says from birch and other sources

[@annettefowler4704]

THANK YOU DR BERG

[@RetractedZoomer]

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[@1cleandude]

Hey Dr. Berg, do you have any idea why xylitol is the first ingredient list in my daily GABA supplement? Doesn't seem right for calming! Thanks

[@cherylclark2573]

is organic coconut palm sugar okay to eat?

[@Android-Zen]

Can you discuss the difference between glycemic index vs glycemic load?

[@Melki]

Thank you Dr Berg, my next item on my shopping list is a set of xylitol gum :)

[@Drberg]

Most welcome!

[@ineskaruza2233]

​@@Drberg is xylitol allowed when intermitted fasting with coffee like 1 to 2 tsp?

[@vikasgupta1828]

Thanks

[@stepbystepyoga1161]

Is jaggery ok to eat instead of sugar?!

[@ajaykumarns]

If you are on keto, no. Jaggery spikes insulin just like sugar

[@rueporter2253]

I r read some stuff saying it's not good for us, any thoughts on this subject? I consume around six packets pet day so...

[@Drberg]

Hello. Sharing here Dr. Berg's video on Xylitol. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mauXh2eNa9OnfcU -Dr. Berg's Support Team

[@rueporter2253]

@@Drberg thanks so.muxh. I find tons of food info here. it's really good to have this free information source. Much love tomyou all . 💜🕯️🌚

[@SKU009]

Please make a video on tennis elbow. I have been suffering for 2 months.

[@Neibilim]

So can this break my fast?

[@pustel]

Yes take stevia extract

[@danielasantos2295]

@@pustel but he just said in the other video stevia might spike insuline levels anyways 😭

[@pustel]

@@danielasantos2295 I'm at a point right now that i don't recommend any artificial sweetener anymorr. Stevia causes brain fog. So what i do is whenever i need somethimg sugarish i use sugar when on keto. But not more than 20g net carbs a day. Peace. U should give yourself a rest from keto anyway when u do it and find joy in eating food again.

[@Bushraize]

Doctor I use xylitol non-GMO, I however have a question. Why is it called sugar alcohol when it's from birch tree. Can I get an answer, please DOC?

[@menakittani6898]

Bushra Issa does it spike your insulin ?

[@martinamuller6006]

Hi Dr. Berg, my biggest body problem is my weight and now that I am over 60 I am loosing my energy. With Keto Diet I know that I can intelligently loose weight and regain energy. However I have a problem, I cook for my family, and they do not have the courage to follow keto, so I have to cook pasta and pizza for them, and that is quite uncomfortable.

[@snorkchop8134]

Maybe try a freeze dried grass-fed liver supplement. That's got everything for vitamins and energy. You have to start slow because it's potent , starting with one a day a week, and then moving up to higher dose each week till meeting full dose. I think you could try getting heirloom wheat to make pizzas for your family, fermenting the dough. That's what Europe does. I'm not sure about spaghetti. Heirloom wheat too--- but I bet that'd be hard to make from scratch?

[@suzanneemerson9787]

They are insisting that you slowly kill them. How sad.

[@enaungong]

So what do you compare it with stevia? Which one do better for health?

[@00076Paint]

Do you get these weird skin blemishes from consuming xylitol.