xylitol

noun

xy·li·tol ˈzī-lə-ˌtȯl

-ˌtōl

: a crystalline alcohol C₅H₁₂O₅ that is a derivative of xylose, is obtained especially from birch bark, and is used as a sweetener

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Chocolate candies also contain xylitol − a sweetener toxic to cats. —

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024 Symptoms of xylitol poisoning include vomiting, lethargy and seizures, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. —

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024 Move Candy Out of Reach Chocolate is an obvious no-no for pets, but xylitol, a sweetener often found in gum and sugar-free candies, can cause severe liver damage to both dogs and cats if ingested. —

Jennifer Aldrich, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024 Sugar-free candy can contain xylitol, which can cause more serious problems in dogs. —

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