According to Dr. Yurai, compared to sugar, xylitol is healthier because it does not affect normal blood sugar, whereas too much sugar can induce diabetes. Although diabetics can consume xylitol appropriately, they should not consume too much so as not to affect their health. Xylitol belongs to a compound, in the body metabolism does not need insulin participation, can directly into the cell sugar metabolism, consumption will not increase the concentration of blood sugar, but can stimulate the pancreas to release insulin. For diabetic patients who can not eat sugar, xylitol is more suitable as a sugar substitute, but if consumed in excess may cause abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms.