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Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol commonly found in many fruits and vegetables and is often used as a low-calorie sweetener. While xylitol is best known for its dental health benefits and as a sugar substitute, there is emerging interest in its potential roles in cancer-related research.
-Xylitol may exert antioxidant effects that help reduce oxidative stress.
-Xylitol is well known for its effects on oral bacteria. Since the microbiome can play a role in modulating systemic inflammation and even cancer risk, xylitol’s ability to alter microbial composition might have indirect implications for cancer risk or progression.