From Deseret News archives:
Xlear capitalized on product's benefits
The first product offered by Orem-based Xlear was a patented nasal spray made with xylitol, a natural sweetener found in wood, fruits and vegetables. The product grew out of research and experimentation by Dr. Lon Jones, Nathan Jones' father.
Lon Jones was treating his granddaughter for a persistent ear infection and found studies showing that chewing xylitol-sweetened gum had a beneficial effect on upper respiratory infections in children.
Lon Jones thought a more direct delivery of xylitol to the sinus tissues might work even better, so he mixed xylitol powder into a mild saline solution and used it as a nasal spray on his granddaughter. Her condition improved within hours, with the infection clearing in a few days. Lon Jones began dispensing the spray to other patients and saw similar results.
The company distributes to thousands of health-food stores and other natural-product retailers in the United States and several other countries.
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RIP. My heart goes to his family.
Amy, what a great article. You get it. Keep up the good work.
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