The base for conventional chewing gum contains food-grade plastic polymers. Natural gums, however, are known for their non-synthetic ingredients like tree sap and plant-based wax. But a researcher at ...

People who indulge in chewing gum might be unwittingly upping their microplastic intake, according to a study from the United States. Saliva tests on 10 different brands revealed that just one piece ...

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Recent scientific research reveals that the simple act of chewing gum offers several unexpected health benefits. While many people chew gum for fresh breath or enjoyment, studies show this habit can ...

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles — between 1 micrometer- and 5 millimeters-wide. Every year, humans are exposed to tens of thousands of microplastics via food, beverages, packaging, coatings, ...

Despite the World Health Organization’s recent warning about it, aspartame doesn't pose a cancer risk, the FDA and industry experts insist — but given that the artificial sweetener is used in many ...

Chewing a sugar-free gum daily reduced preterm births in a large study in Malawi. The oral intervention was inspired by past research linking poor oral health and preterm birth. The gum contains ...

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It may sound too good to be true: One simple, science-backed remedy for anxiety is chewing gum. (And, no, I don't work for a gum company!) Chewing gum is generally good for your health, if you stick ...