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Xylitol is a sweetner found in many natural sources including birch trees, beets and raspberries.  This sugar cannot be  metabolized by the cavity causing bacteria.  Table sugar is metabolized and allows bacteria to produce an acid that causes tooth decay.  Many mints, chewing gums, toothpastes and mouthwashes contain xylitol. 

http://www.carifree.com/patients/cavities_a_to_z/Xylitol.html

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