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E967SweetenerLow concern
Xylitol
In plain words
The short version
A natural sugar alcohol with the sweetness of sucrose but about 40% fewer calories.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
No ADI specified. Considered safe for humans. Doses above 30–50 g/day can cause diarrhea due to osmotic effect. CRITICAL: highly toxic to dogs — even small amounts can cause hypoglycemia and liver failure.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.