Xylitol 500 g (bag) (Finland) - SANTINI

XYLITHOL 500 g (BAG) - SANTINI (FINLAND)

INGREDIENTS
100% xylitol

DESCRIPTION
Xylitol, also known as "birch sugar," is a sweetener obtained from the wood of deciduous trees, primarily birch. Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance used as a substitute for white sugar. The glycemic index of xylitol is close to 8, meaning it is processed in the body with minimal insulin, and the energy value is only 240 kcal per 100 g, or 12 kcal per teaspoon (5 g).
Xylitol production takes place without the use of yeast. Xylitol is free from gluten, egg, soy, milk proteins, and lactose. It does not ferment or caramelize.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE PER 100 g
Energy value: 1000 kJ / 240 kcal
Fat: 0 g
of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 99.8 g
of which sugars: 0.2 g
of which polyhydric alcohols (polyols): 98.5 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0.01 g

Use and instructions for use: strong>
- as a table sweetener, where one teaspoon of xylitol corresponds to approximately 1 teaspoon of white sugar.
- to sweeten dishes, desserts, drinks
- for baking, taking into account that xylitol is not a nutrient for yeast and that it is highly hygroscopic and does not caramelize.

ATTENTION
Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. Do not give to children under 3 years old.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE

Store in a dry place below 25 degrees Celsius.