Sweetener used in foods, beverages linked to strokes, heart attacks – Study

Premium Times Nigeria | 29-08-2026 02:48pm |

A new study has found that xylitol, a sweetener commonly used in foods and beverages, is linked to an increased risk of strokes and heart attacks. Researchers discovered that people with higher levels of xylitol in their blood had a greater risk of major cardiovascular events. The findings raise concerns about the safety of this widely used sugar substitute.

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