Xylitol
A naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in many fruits and vegetables. It is widely used in pharmaceutical and medical applications for its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Key Functions & Health Benefits
- Provides cleansing properties for our nasal passage.
- Alleviates congestion and prevents bacteria and other pollutants from clinging to nasal tissues.
- Saline-xylitol solution has been shown to improve chronic rhinosinusitis symptoms associated with the nose, ears, facial pain, quality of sleep and daytime productivity versus a saline-only irrigation.
How It Works
Xylitol in nasal care works by blocking the adhesion of bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens to the nasal mucosa, reducing the risk of infections. It facilitates cilia movement, enhancing the natural mucociliary cleaning cycle for effective mucus and debris clearance. Additionally, its hydrating and moisturizing properties help soothe and maintain the nasal lining, promoting overall nasal health.
Clinical Evidences
Xylitol in water is a well-tolerated agent for sinonasal irrigation. In the short term, xylitol irrigations result in greater improvement of symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis as compared to saline irrigation.
