Finnish scientists found that children chewing Xylitol and Sorbitol gum suffered 40% fewer ear infections than non-chewers.

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It can be made sugar-free by adding sorbitol, a substance that can have laxative effects at high doses.

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You can recognize them in the ingredient list by looking for words that end in "ol" like xylitol, sorbitol, and lactitol.

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The Nestle chocolate contained too much sorbitol, a sweetener that in large amounts can cause bowel problems, the agency said in a statement.

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