A study of more than 17,700 participants found that higher xylitol blood levels were associated with increased cardiovascular risk over future decades. The risk included heart attack and stroke.
WHO:Researchers studying xylitol blood levels in 17,700+ participants
WHAT:A study linked higher xylitol blood levels to higher cardiovascular risk, including heart attack and stroke.
WHEN:Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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