What is Ideal® made of?
Ideal® is a unique blend of ingredients with Xylitol as the main ingredient.
What’s the unique blend?
It's a blend of natural Xylitol, natural dextrose, natural maltodextrin and sucralose.
What is Xylitol?
Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in fruits and vegetables. Xylitol is an FDA-approved sweetener, and has been used in foods worldwide since the 1960's.
Is Ideal® all natural?
No. Ideal® contains a very small amount of the well-known sweetener sucralose, which is not natural. However, Ideal is more than 99% natural by volume.
Are no calorie sweeteners good for you?
The main ingredient in Ideal® is Xylitol, which is a natural, healthy alternative to sugar. Not only does Ideal® have reduced calories compared to sugar, it also contains Xylitol which helps prevent tooth decay and has many other health benefits.
What makes Ideal® different than the other no calorie sweeteners currently on the market?
- Great taste (preferred vs. sugar)
- Great for baking
- Contains natural xylitol
- Xylitol can prevent tooth decay
- Affordably priced
Why is Ideal® great for baking?
Ideal® keeps its sweetness during baking and also provides volume and texture during the baking process. This makes Ideal® different than other no calorie sweeteners.
Is Ideal® safe for everyone?
Absolutely. Ideal® is suitable for everyone in the family, including people with diabetes. Ideal® has a low glycemic index and offers a great tasting, no calorie alternative when baking.
Is Ideal® safe for pets?
Our pets digest foods differently than we do. Many foods—like chocolate, apples, raisins, baking soda and Xylitol—are not safe for pets, especially dogs. Your veterinarian can share more information about Xylitol and your pet.