With nutrition there is so much apparent contradiction, sometimes making it tough to “digest” or truly know what is best for you. Even in the topic of sugar there is much contradiction. In the following video Dr. Mercola answers a question sent to him asking his opinion on whether or not Xilitol was a good sweetener. I also added a few common items that have Xylitol as a “dietary supplement”. (You’ll understand why I quoted it after watching the video).

Interested in reading Dr. Mercola’s “Sweet Deception”, press here.

Here is a list of a few common items that contain Xylitol

• NATURE’S SWEET LIFE CARDIO RASPBERRY/DARK CHOCOLATE BARS
• XYLITOL GUM SPEARMINT
• XYLITOL MOUTHWASH PEPPERMINT

As for stevia, I’ve used many different brands and I can tell you from personal experience that not all stevia is made the same.  Some leave a bit of a bitter taste afterwards.  My personal favorite is the KAL brand, it is very yummy and I’ve used it to replace sugar in my household.