That innocent pack of gum sitting in your pocket might be doing more than freshening your breath. While most of us reach for gum without a second thought, this seemingly harmless habit can trigger ...

It’s been used for centuries as a medicinal resin, long before ‘gut health’ was a buzzword — but studies now back up its benefits.

Varieties of gum with sugar can lead to increased cavities, but those with an artificial sweetener may help prevent cavities. However, one common gum sweetener called aspartame may link to cancer.

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 ...

Mars Wrigley employee Tammy Steffek folds over a sheeting of Extra gum pellets at the company’s innovation lab Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Chicago. From stress relief to concentration aid, gum makers ...

The ingredients in chewing gum are generally safe for people to consume, and the act of chewing may have both mental and physical health benefits. However, some people may experience jaw pain or ...

When you pop a piece of gum in your mouth, you might be hoping to freshen your breath, relieve some stress, or just get a bit of flavor. But you could also be getting thousands of microplastics ...

Chewing gum releases hundreds of tiny plastic pieces straight into people's mouths, researchers have said, also warning of ...

Scientists used a clinical-grade gum in experiments to "substantially" lower viral loads of two herpes simplex viruses and two influenza A strains. The post Scientists’ new gum stops spread of flu and ...

We all know the ritual of unwrapping a stick of gum before a big date, a job interview or to stay awake during a college lecture or afternoon slump. After all, gum is the ultimate multitasker – ...

Whenever I’m on a long road trip, chomping down on a piece of gum helps me stay awake. I don’t choose gum because it’s bright white or glossy, but because the burst of sweet minty freshness really ...

Chewing gum sales exceed 4 billion dollars in the U.S. alone. People chew gum for many reasons. For instance, chewing gum is assumed to stimulate the production of saliva and freshen breath, clean ...