Early use of xylitol
Native Americans recognized the antibacterial properties of birch
wood, using it to clean their teeth and to make teething rattles for
infants. Europeans have been using xylitol for baking, cooking, and
as a beverage sweetener since World War II. During the 1950’s it was
discovered that xylitol could prevent ear infections in children and
it has been FDA-approved since the 1963.
History of Xylitol
1800s
Native Americans use birch wood to maintain oral hygiene
1900
Xylitol used as a diabetic sugar substitute
1940s
Xylitol eaten as table sugar in Europe
1950s
Doctors notice children who eat xylitol have fewer ear infections
1963
FDA approves xylitol for special dietary uses
1960s-1970s
Research explores effects of xylitol with amazing study results
2001
At NIH symposium, benefits of xylitol are shown scientifically
significant by Evidence-Based Evaluation
2001
US military adopts xylitol for dental preventive program
2008
Arizona State Dental Hygienists’ Association adopts xylitol as a
preventive method for patients
2008
Hawaii Dental Hygienists’ Association endorses use of xylitol for
its preventive and therapeutic benefits
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