# @nbcchicago on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DcwTxsWjGmv
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/70000796-nbcchicago-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-09-01T18:30:32.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** NBC Chicago (@nbcchicago) — https://gondola.cc/nbcchicago

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A new study shows a link between a widely-used artificial sweetener and major cardiovascular events including death or stroke. Xylitol is found in numerous sugar-free candies, baked goods, nut butters, gums and even toothpastes.

The study, released Aug. 26 by the European Society of Cardiology, was based on a long-term analysis on the effects of the additive which is widely used to replace dietary sugar. 

While low amounts of the naturally-occurring sugar alcohol is found in some natural foods, Xylitol is often added in high amounts as an artificial sweetener to dozens of foods, drinks and dental products.

#xylitol #gum #sweetener #food #drinks #health #heartattack #stroke

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stroke, drinks, food, heartattack, gum, xylitol, sweetener, health

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