Gummy Bears That Fight Plaque

Thursday, July 24, 2008 - 19:35 in Health & Medicine

The tooth-protecting sugar substitute xylitol has been incorporated into gummy bears to produce a sweet snack that may prevent dental problems. Giving children four of the xylitol bears three times a day during school hours results in a decrease in the plaque bacteria that cause tooth decay.

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