Dear Dr. Ellie, Is there any sugar or sugar substitute in Zellies? How are they sweetened? I cannot have any sugar or artificial sweetener. -M Hi M, Xylitol is neither a sugar nor an artificial sweetener. Xylitol is a natural… Read More ›
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Oral Health and General Health Benefits Linked
Dear Dr. Ellie: I have just started my family on your program and we are hopeful that it will work on our teeth, sinuses and ears. I was wondering if there are any studies that show that xylitol is protective… Read More ›
What are Spiffies? And… Do They Work?
Dear Dr. Ellie: I have to admit that I’d never heard of Spiffies wipes or Xylitol until today. I was told by a family member that Spiffies wipes can help heal and/or prevent ear infections. If this is true, can… Read More ›
Xylitol for a Toddler
Dear Dr. Ellie, As for xylitol products, should I just buy the granular xylitol or packets to add to her milk and water? I am just not sure how much should be added per oz of milk. I want to… Read More ›
Xylitol: How Much is Too Much?
Dear Dr. Ellie: I was wondering how many mints or gum do you chew after every meal. Does it hurt taking too much….R Hi R, Any amount of xylitol eaten after meals will be useful. Even one mint will immediately… Read More ›
Glycemic Index
Hi Ellie,I have a question: Do the mints help regulate blood sugar and what is the glycemic index and is there a max amount a day to eat? I seem to enjoy the taste and eat them often?Thanks!KE – Rochester,… Read More ›
Xylitol Alternatives
Hi Dr Ellie, Can you advise me please ?I found 1 kg of xylitol crystals (Sugar) from an online health shop. Can I use that as substitute for Zellies Mints? Also I found Oral-B mouth wash with Sodium Fluoride (0.05%),… Read More ›