It can't be true, some might reason. Sugar causes cavities. Not only are they wrong: The sweet compound from birch trees ...

Xylitol is considered a low-calorie and healthy sugar alternative. However, research has confirmed that the sweetener is harmful to the heart. For our four-legged friends, it can even lead to ...

The xylitol found in commercial products comes from birch sap and corn. The production of commercial xylitol from its natural sources may involve a chemical reaction called hydrogenation or a micr ...