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Sweetener used in chewing gum and jam linked to strokes and heart attacks

A large study found people with high levels of xylitol in their blood were 57% more likely to have a stroke or heart attack within six years. Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used in many products like chewing gum, toothpaste, and jam. Researchers called for more studies, highlighting how little is known about xylitol's long-term cardiovascular safety.

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